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Southampton Central to Shanklin Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Southampton Central to Shanklin? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £ 35.00, with average prices for this route around £ 38.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
23:09 7 ساعات 22 دقائق, Changes required Southampton Central	06:31 +1 Shanklin		Find Tickets
23:33 6 ساعات 58 دقائق, Changes required Southampton Central	06:31 +1 Shanklin		Find Tickets
23:33 8 ساعات 21 دقائق, Changes required Southampton Central	07:54 +1 Paris	Hovertravel	Find Tickets

Southampton Central to Shanklin Train Route Details

First train

05:50

Last train

23:33

Departure station

Southampton Central

Arrival station

Shanklin

Journey time

2 ساعات 9 دقائق

Distance

35 km

Price

£ 35.00*

Train operators

Island Line, Great Western Railway, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to Shanklin

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Southampton Central to Shanklin can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Southampton Central to Shanklin, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Southampton Central to Shanklin ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Southampton Central to Shanklin more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southampton Central to Shanklin train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Southampton Central to Shanklin Train prices and times

Southampton Central to Shanklin Train Route Details