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Bournemouth to Southampton Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Bournemouth to Southampton Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €5.20, with average prices for this route around €5.40.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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05:43
Bournemouth
06:29
Southampton Central
46m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:35
Bournemouth
07:04
Southampton Central
29m, DirectCrossCountry
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06:42
Bournemouth
07:28
Southampton Central
46m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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07:05
Bournemouth
07:52
Southampton Central
47m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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07:22
Bournemouth
07:58
Southampton Central
36m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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07:45
Bournemouth
08:13
Paris
28m, DirectCrossCountry
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Bournemouth to Southampton Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:43
Last train
Last train
23:12
Departure station
Departure station
Bournemouth
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton Central
Journey time
Journey time
26m
Distance
Distance
24 miles
Price
Price
€5.20*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Southampton Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Bournemouth to Southampton Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Bournemouth to Southampton Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Bournemouth to Southampton Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bournemouth to Southampton Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Bournemouth to Southampton Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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