The cheapest and fastest trains from Winchester station (WIN) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Winchester station (WIN) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Winchester station (WIN) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 16 trains that leave Winchester station (WIN) for Southampton Central (SOU) every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 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.
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Compare train and coach for Winchester station (WIN) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winchester station (WIN) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 19 km
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Live departures
Winchester station (WIN) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Winchester station (WIN) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C23555 | On time 12:27 Winchester station (WIN) | 0h20 | 12:47 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L48188 | Delayed 12:37 12:33Winchester station (WIN) | 0h18 | 12:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L48588 | On time 12:53 Winchester station (WIN) | 0h24 | 13:17 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
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L48429 | On time 06:38 Winchester station (WIN) | 0h22 | 07:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L48437 | On time 07:35 Winchester station (WIN) | 0h22 | 07:57 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L46995 | On time 08:07 Winchester station (WIN) | 0h19 | 08:26 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23544 | On time 08:27 Winchester station (WIN) | 0h15 | 08:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L48445 | On time 08:36 Winchester station (WIN) | 0h21 | 08:57 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L48562 | On time 08:41 Winchester station (WIN) | 0h21 | 09:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L48296 | On time 09:06 Winchester station (WIN) | 0h16 | 09:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23546 | On time 09:27 Winchester station (WIN) | 0h16 | 09:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Winchester station (WIN) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Trains from Winchester station (WIN) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 15m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 22:36 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Winchester station (WIN) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Winchester station (WIN) and Southampton Central (SOU) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Winchester station (WIN) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winchester station (WIN) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Winchester station (WIN) and Southampton Central (SOU)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:00 - 20:30 Please note; these are the the opening times for the ticket office in the booking hall on platform 1. The ticket office on platform 2 is open from 06:15 - 08:40 Monday to Friday.
- Type of shops available: Marks and Spencer in the booking hall on Platform 2. (closed since March 2020.)
- Car Park: Smart Car
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients)
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets are closed at 2030. The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is located on Platform 2. The seating complies with the Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 car park, platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Hill Bus Stop
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
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