Train from Oxford to Southampton: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Oxford to Southampton on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Oxford
Southampton Airport ParkwayCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Oxford
Southampton Airport ParkwayFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Oxford
Southampton Airport ParkwayNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Oxford
Southampton Airport ParkwayNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Oxford
Southampton Airport ParkwayNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 08:57 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Oxford to Southampton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 10mAverage duration
59 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£8 - £58Average duration3h 50m
2kg CO₂e
Average price£13 - £108Average duration1h 18m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£7 - £8Average duration1h 10m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Southampton?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oxford to Southampton start from £13. The average price for this train route is around £40. 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 Oxford to Southampton?

    The average train journey time from Oxford to Southampton is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 56 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 16m and is operated by CrossCountry.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Oxford to Southampton departs at 07:16. And the latest train departs at 22:15.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
26/11
£38
27/11
£38
Today
£33
29/11
£33
30/11
£33
01/12
£29
02/12
£21
03/12
£28
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oxford to Southampton was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £21

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

You can expect to pay from £21 to £98 for a train ticket from Oxford to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-12-02.

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