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Brooklands Museum
Working museum built around the former Mercedes-Benz Brooklands site. Displays include racing cars, aircraft and the historic banked circuit.
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Overview: Train from Southampton to West Byfleet
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Southampton to West Byfleet and enjoy the approximately 80 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56.
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 80 km |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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
Complete guide to West Byfleet
Things to do in West Byfleet
Discover the best of West Byfleet — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect West Byfleet trip today.
- Recommended
The Lightbox
Local history museum covering Woking and surrounding villages with exhibits on archaeology, industry and community life. Compact and informative.
- Recommended
Claremont Landscape Garden
Historic country house with interiors, collections and changing displays. Offers a museum-like visit focused on domestic history and estate life.
- Must visit
RHS Garden Wisley
Famous garden with extensive themed planting, glasshouse displays and seasonal colour. One of the region's best outdoor visits near West Byfleet.
- Recommended
Wisley Common
Large woodland, heath and wetland reserve with walking and cycling routes. Popular for fresh air, wildlife and broad open Surrey scenery.
- Recommended
Basingstoke Canal
Canal-side walking area with locks, boats and long-distance towpaths. Ideal for an easy stroll close to West Byfleet station and village centre.
Bangers and Mash
A Hampshire and Surrey pub classic of pork sausages with creamy mashed potato and onion gravy, widely eaten in local pubs around West Byfleet.
Sunday Roast
Roast beef with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, vegetables and gravy is a traditional Sunday meal commonly served in Surrey pubs.
Fish and Chips
Ale-battered cod with chips is a staple British takeaway and pub dish, especially popular for a casual meal in towns across Surrey.
Valentina
Established Italian restaurant popular for pizza, pasta and family-friendly dining in the centre of West Byfleet.
The Victoria
Traditional pub near the station serving British classics, Sunday roasts and ales in a relaxed local setting.
The Sundial
Neighbourhood gastropub with modern British dishes, a polished dining room and a well-kept drinks selection.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for South East England. Dining and hotels cost more than in many UK towns, while rail into London can add noticeably to daily spend.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafes: rounding up is optional. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
National Rail
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £31.30
- Day pass
- £31.30
To the city centre
London Waterloo -> London Waterloo, London
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
Best option: South Western Railway to London Waterloo
- Price
- £31.30
- Duration
- 35 min
- West Byfleet station is managed by South Western Railway and has direct trains to London Waterloo; buy or check fares in National Rail before travel.
- Contactless pay as you go works on many National Rail services in London and the South East, but National Rail station data shows West Byfleet itself does not have contactless gates.
FAQs: Southampton to West Byfleet train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to West Byfleet 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 West Byfleet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Southampton to West Byfleet is 80 km.
The first train from Southampton to West Byfleet leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Southampton to West Byfleet departs at 23:56.
There is no night train service from Southampton to West Byfleet.
The train station in Southampton that goes to West Byfleet is Southampton Central (SOU), and it arrives at West Byfleet station (WBY).
Booking trains from Southampton to West Byfleet 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 West Byfleet offers a picturesque experience, passing through the beautiful Hampshire countryside and charming Surrey landscapes, with views of rolling hills, fields, and quaint villages.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Southampton to West Byfleet.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and West Byfleet
Most Southampton to West Byfleet trains use the Southampton Central to West Byfleet station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and West Byfleet 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 West Byfleet
Which Southampton station do trains to West Byfleet leave from?
Trains from Southampton to West Byfleet 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.
Which West Byfleet station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Trains from Southampton to West Byfleet arrive at West Byfleet. West Byfleet is 1 km from West Byfleet city centre.
West ByfleetWest Byfleet station, Claremont Road, West Byfleet, Surrey, KT14 6DY
City-centre transport
Getting to West Byfleet from West Byfleet city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesBus Stop A, Station Approach next to Enterprise House.
West Byfleet train station facilities and services
West Byfleet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at West Byfleet.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at West Byfleet.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at West Byfleet.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Byfleet: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at West Byfleet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Byfleet: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access from the main entrance to Platform 1 (for trains towards London Waterloo) via a ramp at a gradient of approximately 1:12. From Platform 1 there is step-free access to Platforms 2 and 3 (for trains towards Woking) via lifts. There is a stepped entrance from the Station Approach entrance/ subway to Platforms 2 and 3, but there is an alternative step-free route via the street - approximately 140m, 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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