Train from Winchester to Southampton: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Winchester to Southampton on 12 December
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South Western RailwayTrain
Winchester
Southampton Airport ParkwayNo tags
South Western RailwayTrain
Winchester
Southampton CentralNo tags
South Western RailwayTrain
Winchester
Hedge EndNo tags
South Western RailwayTrain
Winchester
Southampton CentralNo tags
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Winchester
Southampton Airport ParkwayNo tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27train per day
15mAverage duration
9 milesDistance
0kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£42 - £42Average duration50m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£8 - £18Average duration15m
0kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Winchester to Southampton by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Winchester to Southampton?

    The cheapest train tickets from Winchester to Southampton start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £11. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Winchester to Southampton?

    The average train journey time from Winchester to Southampton is 15m, covering a distance of 9 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Winchester to Southampton route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 27 trains available per day, including services from South Western Railway, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Winchester to Southampton?

    The earliest train from Winchester to Southampton departs at 07:19. And the latest train departs at 23:36.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Winchester to Southampton?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Winchester to Southampton?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Winchester to Southampton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is South Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Winchester to Southampton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is South Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£8
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Winchester to Southampton was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Winchester to Southampton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £7 to £17 for a train ticket from Winchester to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-12-14.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Winchester to Southampton?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Winchester and Southampton is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £11 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £8. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Southampton, choose the train, as it will take you from Winchester to Southampton in about 15m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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