- Recommended
St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery
Local museum in nearby Lymington covering the town, coast, and smuggling history. Compact displays make it an easy cultural visit from New Milton.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to New Milton
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
21 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
25 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
25 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to New Milton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to New Milton will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Fast trains
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Southampton to New Milton, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 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.
18:250h28Southampton18:53New Milton£101One-way0 changes- 9:250h21Southampton9:46New Milton£141One-way0 changes
- 9:250h21Southampton9:46New Milton£141One-way0 changes
- 18:250h28Southampton18:53New Milton£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Southampton to New Milton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to New Milton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 25 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Southampton to New Milton is a train with an average price of £23.
The fastest way to travel from Southampton to New Milton is by train with an average journey time of 28m.
Other travel options to New Milton take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 0m.
Yes, you can take a train between Southampton and New Milton.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (28m by train vs 40m by car). Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £6 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 South Western Railway.
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 New Milton train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to New Milton trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:25 Southampton | 0h21 | 9:46 New Milton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to New Milton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton to New Milton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 25 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 25 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 0:37 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
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: South Western Railway, Cross Country from Southampton to New Milton trainsSouth Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and New Milton from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
21m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£17
South Western Railway frequency
20 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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
47m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
£42
Cross Country frequency
10 a day
Complete guide to New Milton
Things to do in New Milton
Discover the best of New Milton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Milton trip today.
- Recommended
Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum
Independent motor museum in Bashley with classic cars, motorcycles, and nostalgic displays. A fun option for transport enthusiasts and families.
Red House Museum and Gardens
Small volunteer-run museum in nearby Christchurch sharing local social and civic history. Worth a visit for a deeper sense of the area’s past.
- Recommended
Barton on Sea Cliff Top
Clifftop greensward with sea views, paths, and places to sit. Ideal for a gentle walk and one of the most popular outdoor spots near town.
- Recommended
Barton on Sea Beach
Long shingle beach and promenade area popular for walking, fresh air, and coastal views. A simple, classic seaside outing close to New Milton.
- Recommended
Keyhaven Marshes
Short riverside and woodland walking area in nearby Keyhaven and Lymington. Peaceful scenery and birdlife make it a local favourite for a stroll.
- Gluten-free
South Coast Crab
Crab from the nearby south coast, often served simply dressed to showcase sweet, fresh meat landed around Hampshire and Dorset.
Hampshire Watercress Soup
Traditional Hampshire watercress soup made with the county’s famous peppery leaves. It reflects the area’s long history of watercress growing.
Sunday Roast
Classic British roast beef with roasted potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy, widely enjoyed in local pubs on Sundays.
The Larderhouse
Popular Turkish restaurant in New Milton serving grilled meats, meze and seafood in a smart, relaxed setting.
Kashmir Indian Restaurant
Well-known Indian restaurant with classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable, reliable neighbourhood atmosphere.
The Kitchen
Casual café and eatery known for brunch, cakes and light lunches, popular for a relaxed daytime stop in town.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller inland towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple café meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Café tipping is optional.
FAQs: Southampton to New Milton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to New Milton 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 New Milton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Southampton to New Milton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £23.
The train journey from Southampton to New Milton covers a distance of 25 km and takes approximately 21m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Southampton to New Milton is 25 km.
The first train from Southampton to New Milton leaves at 0:37.
The last train from Southampton to New Milton departs at 23:55.
Trains from Southampton to New Milton run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southampton to New Milton.
Yes, there is a direct train between Southampton and New Milton. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
To travel from Southampton to New Milton, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Southampton to New Milton.
The train station in Southampton that goes to New Milton is Southampton Central (SOU), and it arrives at New Milton station (NWM).
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to New Milton is by train, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Southampton to New Milton 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 New Milton offers scenic views of the Hampshire countryside, passing through areas of natural beauty such as the New Forest, with its lush woodlands and open heathland, providing a picturesque and relaxing travel experience.
Yes, a day trip from Southampton to New Milton is feasible, with a travel time of 21m and a distance of 25 km. Trains run 3 times per day.
A visit to New Milton can typically be enjoyed over a weekend, allowing two to three days to explore local attractions and surroundings.
Yes, you can take the train from Southampton to New Milton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and New Milton
Most Southampton to New Milton trains use the Southampton Central to New Milton station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and New Milton 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 New Milton
Which Southampton station do trains to New Milton leave from?
Trains from Southampton to New Milton 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 0650
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 0650
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.
SholingSholing station, Station Road, Sholing, Hampshire, SO19 8HH
City-centre transport
Getting to Sholing from Southampton city centre
Sholing is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainSouthampton Central - Portsmouth & Southsea, Southampton Central - Portsmouth Harbour · 15m · £3 · every ~2 min
BusX4, X5 · 7m · £2 · every ~20 min
7 · 10m · £2 · every ~10 min
7, 15, 19, 19a · 16m · £2 · every ~45 min
Sholing train station facilities and services
Sholing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sholing.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sholing.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sholing: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sholing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which New Milton station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Trains from Southampton to New Milton arrive at New Milton. New Milton is 1 km from New Milton city centre.
New MiltonNew Milton station, Station Approach, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6JS
City-centre transport
Getting to New Milton from New Milton city centre
Bus191 · 3m · £2
New Milton train station facilities and services
New Milton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at New Milton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at New Milton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at New Milton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at New Milton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at New Milton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New Milton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton/ London Waterloo). There is level access from Station Approach to Platform 2 (for trains towards Bournemouth/ Weymouth) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 230m via the street. 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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