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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.
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
25 km
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 £12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton for New Milton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 30 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.


The table below shows live departures for Southampton to New Milton trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:25 Southampton | 0h21 | 9:46 New Milton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Southampton to New Milton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 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.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 0:37 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Discover the best of New Milton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Milton trip today.
Local museum in nearby Lymington covering the town, coast, and smuggling history. Compact displays make it an easy cultural visit from New Milton.
Independent motor museum in Bashley with classic cars, motorcycles, and nostalgic displays. A fun option for transport enthusiasts and families.
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.
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.
Long shingle beach and promenade area popular for walking, fresh air, and coastal views. A simple, classic seaside outing close to New Milton.
Short riverside and woodland walking area in nearby Keyhaven and Lymington. Peaceful scenery and birdlife make it a local favourite for a stroll.
Crab from the nearby south coast, often served simply dressed to showcase sweet, fresh meat landed around Hampshire and Dorset.
Traditional Hampshire watercress soup made with the county’s famous peppery leaves. It reflects the area’s long history of watercress growing.
Classic British roast beef with roasted potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy, widely enjoyed in local pubs on Sundays.
Popular Turkish restaurant in New Milton serving grilled meats, meze and seafood in a smart, relaxed setting.
Well-known Indian restaurant with classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable, reliable neighbourhood atmosphere.
Casual café and eatery known for brunch, cakes and light lunches, popular for a relaxed daytime stop in town.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller inland towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
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.
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.

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.
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.
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 options are available at New Milton.
Wi-Fi is available at New Milton.
Ticket office support is available at New Milton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at New Milton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at New Milton: Bike Parking.
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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