4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
52
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Bournemouth will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 52 trains that leave Southampton for Bournemouth every day 52 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 28 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.
G006737:560h28Southampton Central (SOU)8:24Bournemouth station (BMH)£41One-way0 changes
L7885323:530h29Southampton Central (SOU)0:22Bournemouth station (BMH)£51One-way0 changes- L7884923:240h46Southampton Central (SOU)0:10Bournemouth station (BMH)£51One-way0 changes
- L803447:020h42Southampton Central (SOU)7:44Bournemouth station (BMH)£61One-way0 changes
- L805627:300h47Southampton Central (SOU)8:17Bournemouth station (BMH)£61One-way0 changes
- L8030218:220h27Southampton Central (SOU)18:49Bournemouth station (BMH)£121One-way0 changes
- G009958:460h28Southampton Central (SOU)9:14Bournemouth station (BMH)£71One-way0 changes
- G006737:560h28Southampton Central (SOU)8:24Bournemouth station (BMH)£41One-way0 changes
- G009979:450h28Southampton Central (SOU)10:13Bournemouth station (BMH)£81One-way0 changes
- G0100311:460h28Southampton Central (SOU)12:14Bournemouth station (BMH)£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 39 km
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Live departures
Southampton to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Bournemouth trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01027 | Delayed 18:29 18:45Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h29 | 18:57 18:57Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80164 | Delayed 18:18 18:53Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h28 | 18:44 18:44Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78806 | Delayed 18:20 18:56Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h45 | 19:02 19:02Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80308 | 19:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h27 | 19:49 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80308_L78808 | 19:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h45 | 20:10 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01032 | Delayed 18:54 19:44Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h31 | 19:22 19:22Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80174 | Delayed 18:59 19:54Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h27 | 19:26 19:26Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80174_L78814 | 19:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h45 | 20:41 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80318 | On time 20:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h29 | 20:54 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80318_L78816 | 20:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h44 | 21:12 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01035 | 20:45 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h31 | 21:16 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80324 | Delayed 19:58 20:51Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h29 | 20:26 20:26Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80543 | 20:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h47 | 21:43 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78831 | On time 21:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h43 | 22:08 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01043 | On time 21:45 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h30 | 22:15 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80330 | On time 21:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h29 | 22:20 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| L84928 | 6:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h45 | 7:07 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80344 | 7:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h42 | 7:44 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80562 | 7:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h47 | 8:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00673 | 7:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h28 | 8:24 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80352 | 7:59 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h47 | 8:46 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78868 | 8:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h42 | 9:10 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00995 | 8:46 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h28 | 9:14 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80360 | 8:59 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h29 | 9:28 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80476 | 9:06 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h47 | 9:53 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80214 | 9:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h37 | 10:02 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00997 | 9:45 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h28 | 10:13 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80084 | 9:52 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h29 | 10:21 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80482 | 9:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h48 | 10:44 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80222 | 10:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h37 | 11:02 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01000 | 10:45 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h29 | 11:14 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80092 | 10:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h29 | 11:20 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80487 | 10:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h46 | 11:44 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80234 | 11:24 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h37 | 12:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01003 | 11:46 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h28 | 12:14 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80102 | 11:52 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h28 | 12:20 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80494 | 11:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h48 | 12:44 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80242 | 12:24 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h37 | 13:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01005 | 12:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h28 | 13:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80110 | 12:53 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h29 | 13:22 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80500 | 12:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h48 | 13:44 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80254 | 13:24 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h37 | 14:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01009 | 13:45 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h28 | 14:13 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80120 | 13:52 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h29 | 14:21 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80506 | 13:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h48 | 14:44 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80262 | 14:24 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h37 | 15:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01013 | 14:45 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h28 | 15:13 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80128 | On time 14:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h29 | 15:20 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80512 | 14:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h48 | 15:44 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80274 | 15:24 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h37 | 16:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01018 | 15:45 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h28 | 16:13 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80140 | On time 15:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h29 | 16:20 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80518 | 15:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h57 | 16:53 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80282 | 16:26 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h35 | 17:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80282_L78784 | 16:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h45 | 17:13 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01022 | 16:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h32 | 17:21 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80148 | On time 16:53 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h33 | 17:26 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80148_L78790 | 16:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h48 | 17:44 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80563 | 17:13 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h39 | 17:52 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80294 | 17:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h30 | 17:55 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80294_L78792 | 17:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h44 | 18:12 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01024 | 17:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h28 | 18:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80160 | 17:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h29 | 18:24 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80160_L78798 | 17:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h47 | 18:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80302 | 18:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h27 | 18:49 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80302_L78800 | 18:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h45 | 19:10 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Bournemouth
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Trains from Southampton to Bournemouth run on average 8 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 27m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country from Southampton to Bournemouth trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Bournemouth from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Southampton to Bournemouth
Travel on the south coast is easy with up to 96 trains from Southampton to Bournemouth on most weekdays. There are regular services over the weekend and a slightly reduced service on bank holidays. Trains start early in the morning and run till late and there are regular services at weekends and bank holidays. And, of course, return trains are also available.
Which train companies go from Southampton to Bournemouth
The main operator is South West Trains although Crosscountry Trains also cover this popular route. Both service providers run trains throughout the day and evening and over the weekend and on bank holidays.
How long is the train from Southampton to Bournemouth?
All trains travel directly from Southampton to Bournemouth and the average journey time is 41 minutes. The fastest train takes 37 minutes to complete the trip while the slowest arrives 1 hour and 12 minutes after its departure from Southampton Central Station.
When are the first and last trains of the day from Southampton to Bournemouth?
Services are less frequent later in the evening and there is a reduced service during the night. Typically, trains leave at 15-minute intervals during the day. The first train departs at 0.38 a.m. and the last leaves at 11.51 p.m.
What facilities are available on trains from Southampton to Bournemouth?
Both South West and Crosscountry trains offer travellers drinks and snacks on some services. There is disabled access to a designated carriage on each train and all trains have a toilet at the end of each carriage too.
What is/are the departure and arrival station(s) for trains from Southampton to Bournemouth?
Southampton Central Station:The station is just north-west of the city centre and entrances are at Blechynden Terrace and the Western Esplanade. It's a ten-minute walk to the city centre and there is a free CityLink bus to the centre of town and the West Quay shopping centre every 15-30 minutes till 8.00 p.m.
Bournemouth Station: The station is close to the Boscombe district of the city and a 15-20 minute walk from the centre. Local buses depart from opposite the station and taxis are also available outside the entrance.
FAQs: Southampton to Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Bournemouth
Most Southampton to Bournemouth trains use the Southampton Central to Bournemouth station pair, with some services arriving at Pokesdown. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Bournemouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Bournemouth leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central 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
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Woolston from Southampton city centre
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston train station facilities and services
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). 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.
Which Bournemouth station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient 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.
Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Pokesdown train station facilities and services
Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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