The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Chandlers Ford station (CFR)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Chandlers Ford station (CFR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Chandlers Ford station (CFR) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Chandlers Ford station (CFR) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton Central (SOU) to Chandlers Ford station (CFR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Chandlers Ford station (CFR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 9 km
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50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Chandlers Ford station (CFR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Chandlers Ford station (CFR) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:35 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h20 | 08:55 Chandlers Ford station (CFR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Chandlers Ford station (CFR)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Chandlers Ford station (CFR) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 08:35. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 20m.
Distance 9 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 08:35 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, first_great_western from Southampton Central (SOU) to Chandlers Ford station (CFR) trainsSouth Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Chandlers Ford station (CFR) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton Central (SOU) to Chandlers Ford station (CFR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Chandlers Ford station (CFR) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chandlers Ford station (CFR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Chandlers Ford station (CFR)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 12:30 Saturday 08:00 - 12:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Council Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Single platform with good level connection to forecourt / booking hall and step-free access to parking and pedestrian routes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Only accessible toilets are available. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Precinct bus stop on Bournemouth Road / Hurley Road / Winchester Road Roundabout.
