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Aldershot Military Museum
Volunteer-run military museum in nearby Aldershot with vehicles, uniforms and displays explaining the town’s army history.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£19
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
54 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
58 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Fleet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Fleet will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
To travel from Southampton to Fleet you need to make at least one change.
L78756 · L83034
L80064 · L79934
L78764 · L83049
L78760 · L79928
G00855+
L83034
L80064 · L79934
G00855+
L83034
G00858+
L83049
L78760 · L79928
L78764 · L83049Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Fleet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 58 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 10m faster (50m by train vs 1h 0m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£10 vs £12). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Fleet trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00849+ L83245 | Delayed 5:15 6:15Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h07 | 6:25 6:25Fleet station (FLE) | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
L78756 · L83034 | 8:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h10 | 9:10 Fleet station (FLE) | 1 change | |
G00855+ L83034 | 8:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h55 | 9:10 Fleet station (FLE) | 1 change | |
L78760 · L79928 | 8:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h56 | 9:26 Fleet station (FLE) | 1 change | |
L78764 · L83049 | 9:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h10 | 10:10 Fleet station (FLE) | 1 change | |
G00858+ L83049 | 9:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h55 | 10:10 Fleet station (FLE) | 1 change | |
L80064 · L79934 | 9:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h54 | 10:24 Fleet station (FLE) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Southampton to Fleet run on average 6 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 53m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:44 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Fleet — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fleet trip today.
Volunteer-run military museum in nearby Aldershot with vehicles, uniforms and displays explaining the town’s army history.
Local museum in nearby Farnham covering town history, archaeology and art in a Georgian building close to the castle and park.
Working museum and gallery in nearby Basingstoke exploring the district’s history, from archaeology to social change, with family activities.
Fleet’s largest green space, with woodland paths, open grassland and a canal-side setting popular for walks, picnics and wildlife spotting.
Linear waterside route ideal for easy walks and cycling, with locks, towpaths and attractive countryside near Fleet and Odiham.
Accessible heathland with sandy paths, pines and open views, offering a quieter local walk just outside the main town centre.
A hearty pie of beef, ale and gravy under pastry. A classic pub favourite across Hampshire and a reliable taste of traditional local dining.
Sausages served with mashed potato and onion gravy. This comforting British staple is widely eaten in local pubs and homes.
Beer-battered cod or haddock with chips. A much-loved British takeaway and pub dish, popular for casual meals in and around Fleet.
Busy local restaurant serving Nepalese and Indian dishes, with curries, tandoori favourites and friendly neighbourhood atmosphere.
Established steakhouse chain in Fleet, popular for grilled meats, burgers and family-friendly dining in a casual setting.
Smart country pub and restaurant known for seasonal British dishes, steaks and a polished but comfortable atmosphere.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and rail links keep everyday travel manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up or add a little for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Fleet 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 Fleet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Southampton to Fleet trains use the Southampton Central to Fleet station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Fleet 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.
Fleet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Fleet.
Wi-Fi is available at Fleet. ATMs are available at Fleet.
Ticket office support is available at Fleet.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fleet: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fleet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fleet: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, 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.
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