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Buckinghamshire County Museum
Local history museum with changing displays on Buckinghamshire life, crafts, geology and the county's past.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 39 m
Trains on 05 Sept
2
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Aylesbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Aylesbury will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 2 trains from Southampton to Aylesbury, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 109 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Aylesbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, while a coach costs an average of £38.
Distance: 109 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Aylesbury:
A train is £0.38 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Southampton to Aylesbury costing on average £38.
Other travel options to Aylesbury take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 17m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-15.47. The journey takes 2h 44m versus 2h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Aylesbury trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:30 Southampton | 3h52 | 9:22 Aylesbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:00 Southampton | 3h25 | 10:25 Aylesbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Southampton to Aylesbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 109 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 109 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 5:08 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Aylesbury — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aylesbury trip today.
Local history museum with changing displays on Buckinghamshire life, crafts, geology and the county's past.
Children's gallery and family museum space with hands-on exhibits, trails and interactive learning in the museum complex.
Museum dedicated to writer Roald Dahl, exploring his stories, life and creative process through family-friendly displays.
Main civic square by the County Hall complex, often used for events and a useful starting point for exploring the centre.
Large public park with formal gardens, play areas, sports spaces and paths for an easy walk near the town centre.
Greenway for walking and cycling along a former railway route, linking Aylesbury with countryside and nearby villages.
A soft, ash-ripened goat’s cheese made in Buckinghamshire. Its creamy texture and local dairy heritage make it a standout regional speciality.
A traditional English ale long brewed in nearby Buckinghamshire. It is part of the area’s pub culture and pairs well with hearty local food.
A classic British pie of beef and dark ale in pastry. It is a familiar pub staple across Buckinghamshire and the wider Chiltern area.
Popular casual restaurant known for Thai dishes and a lively modern atmosphere. Good for curries, stir-fries and shared plates.
Smart restaurant in a historic coaching inn, serving British and European dishes with a more polished atmosphere than a standard pub.
Well-regarded local Indian restaurant with classic curries, tandoori dishes and a friendly, dependable dining room atmosphere.
Moderate for the South East. Rooms and dining cost more than many UK towns, but pubs, chain cafés and local buses keep daily tourist costs manageable.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Aylesbury Railway Station -> Aylesbury Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Aylesbury 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 Aylesbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Southampton to Aylesbury trains use the Southampton Central to Aylesbury station pair, with some services arriving at Aylesbury Vale Parkway. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Aylesbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: 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 some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: No.
Sholing is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Sholing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Sholing.
Wi-Fi is available at Sholing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sholing: Parking.
Available at Sholing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sholing: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains to Fareham) using a long ramp (40m) at approx 1:10 gradient (up to 1:7 in places). There is no step-free access to Platform 1 (towards Southampton, which is accessed via a stepped footbridge only). 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Aylesbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Aylesbury.
Wi-Fi is available at Aylesbury.
Ticket office support is available at Aylesbury.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aylesbury: Parking, WC.
Available at Aylesbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aylesbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Aylesbury Vale Parkway is 3 km from Aylesbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Aylesbury Vale Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Aylesbury Vale Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Aylesbury Vale Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Aylesbury Vale Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aylesbury Vale Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Aylesbury Vale Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aylesbury Vale Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to the platform is via a ramp, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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