Southampton to Fareham train with Southern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Fareham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£5

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£6

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

22 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

23 m

Trains on 18 Sept

9

Distance

17 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Fareham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Southampton to Fareham will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 9 trains from Southampton to Fareham, including 9 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .

The slowest trains will take 24 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.

  • SouthernG88600
    10:200h24
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    10:44Fareham station (FRM)
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG88588
    9:200h24
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    9:44Fareham station (FRM)
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG88594
    9:500h24
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    10:14Fareham station (FRM)
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15001
    9:050h22
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    9:27Fareham station (FRM)
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL81182
    9:280h34
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    10:02Fareham station (FRM)
    £51One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Southampton to Fareham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Fareham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 17 km

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Driving

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£4

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

57m

Average total duration

Fastest

27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

37m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Southern

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Southampton to Fareham is a train with an average price of £9.
The fastest way to travel from Southampton to Fareham is by train with an average journey time of 27m.

Other travel options to Fareham take longer:

Coach takes on average 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Fareham including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 10m sooner (27m by train vs 37m by car). Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Southern, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Southampton to Fareham train times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Fareham trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SouthernG885768:20 Southampton Central (SOU)
0h24
8:44 Fareham station (FRM)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL811728:28 Southampton Central (SOU)
0h34
9:02 Fareham station (FRM)0 changesdirect
SouthernG885828:50 Southampton Central (SOU)
0h25
9:15 Fareham station (FRM)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG150019:05 Southampton Central (SOU)
0h22
9:27 Fareham station (FRM)0 changesdirect
SouthernG885889:20 Southampton Central (SOU)
0h24
9:44 Fareham station (FRM)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL811829:28 Southampton Central (SOU)
0h34
10:02 Fareham station (FRM)0 changesdirect
SouthernG885949:50 Southampton Central (SOU)
0h24
10:14 Fareham station (FRM)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1500310:06 Southampton Central (SOU)
0h22
10:28 Fareham station (FRM)0 changesdirect
SouthernG8860010:20 Southampton Central (SOU)
0h24
10:44 Fareham station (FRM)0 changesdirect

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Southern as well as Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern and more offer trains services from Southampton to Fareham.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Fareham.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Fareham.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Southampton to Fareham

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Trains from Southampton to Fareham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 21m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
17 km
Average train duration
27m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
21m
First train
0:04
Last train
23:55
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
2 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Southern, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Southampton to Fareham trainsSouthern, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Southampton and Fareham from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
24m
Cheapest Southern Price
£9
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
21m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£7
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
33m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£7
South Western Railway frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
21m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
£15
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
9 a day

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Things to do in Fareham

Discover the best of Fareham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fareham trip today.

  • Must visit

Royal Armouries: Fort Nelson

National museum site in a Victorian fort, presenting artillery, armour and panoramic views across Portsmouth Harbour.

  • Recommended

Westbury Manor Museum

Local history museum in a Georgian manor, with displays on Fareham, archaeology and decorative rooms beside attractive gardens.

Titchfield Museum of History

Volunteer-run local museum in Titchfield with artefacts, documents and exhibits on village life and surrounding history.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller UK towns, but local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.80-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.

FAQs: Southampton to Fareham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Fareham 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 Fareham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Southampton to Fareham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Southampton to Fareham covers a distance of 17 km and takes approximately 21m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Southampton to Fareham is 17 km.
The first train from Southampton to Fareham leaves at 0:04.
The last train from Southampton to Fareham departs at 23:55.
Trains from Southampton to Fareham run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southampton to Fareham.
Yes, there is a direct train between Southampton and Fareham. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Southern, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern.
To get from Southampton to Fareham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Southampton to Fareham.
The train station in Southampton that goes to Fareham is Southampton Central (SOU), and it arrives at Fareham station (FRM).
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Fareham is by train, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Southampton to Fareham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Southampton to Fareham offers a pleasant view as it travels through the countryside of Hampshire, passing by lush green fields, charming villages, and glimpses of the Solent.
Yes, a day trip from Southampton to Fareham is feasible. The journey takes 21m, covering a distance of 17 km, with a frequency of 5 trains per day.
Two to three days in Fareham should be sufficient to explore its local attractions, enjoy the coastal scenery, and visit nearby historical sites.
Yes, you can take the train from Southampton to Fareham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Fareham

Most Southampton to Fareham trains use the Southampton Central to Fareham station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Fareham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Southampton
Arrival train stations in Fareham

Which Southampton station do trains to Fareham leave from?

Trains from Southampton to Fareham leave from Southampton Central. The station is 1 km from Southampton city centre at Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL.
Southampton CentralSouthampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL+44 345 600 0650WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre

BusX4, X5 · 5m · £2 · every ~20 min

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.

Southampton Airport ParkwaySouthampton Airport Parkway station, Wide Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 2HW+44 345 600 0650WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre

Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainSalisbury - Romsey, Weymouth - London Waterloo, Bournemouth - Winchester, Poole - London Waterloo, Southampton Central - London Waterloo, Weymouth - Woking, Bournemouth - Basingstoke, Poole - Winchester, Southampton Central - Basingstoke, Bournemouth - London Waterloo, Poole - Eastleigh, Weymouth - Eastleigh, Romsey - Romsey, Southampton Central - Woking, Salisbury - Salisbury, Salisbury - Eastleigh, Southampton Central - Eastleigh, Southampton Central - Romsey · 10m · £3 · every ~8 min
BusU1a, U1e · 34m · £2 · every ~21 min
U1a, U1e · 40m · £2 · every ~37 min

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.

WoolstonWoolston station, Garton Road, Woolston, Hampshire, SO19 2DJWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Woolston from Southampton city centre

Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainSouthampton Central - London Waterloo, Southampton Central - Portsmouth & Southsea, Southampton Central - Portsmouth Harbour, Southampton Central - Woking · 9m · £3 · every ~2 min
Bus17, 10, 15, 13, N17 · 5m · £2 · every ~51 min
7 · 7m · £2 · every ~9 min
17, 13, 19, 15, 19a, 7, 10, N17 · 10m · £2 · every ~82 min

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.

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