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Southampton to Bournemouth Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Southampton to Bournemouth? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 17.06, with average prices for this route around SAR 23.83. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Thu, Jul 10
  • Fri, Jul 11
    From SAR 22.40
  • Sat, Jul 12
    From SAR 17.06
  • Sun, Jul 13
    From SAR 22.40
  • Mon, Jul 14
    From SAR 22.40
  • Tue, Jul 15
    From SAR 22.40
  • Wed, Jul 16
    From SAR 22.40
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00:22
Southampton Central
01:00
Bournemouth
38m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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00:27
Southampton Central
01:04
Bournemouth
37m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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01:25
Southampton Central
02:03
Bournemouth
38m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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01:39
Southampton Central
02:17
Bournemouth
38m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:22
Southampton Central
07:07
Bournemouth
45m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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07:02
Southampton Central
07:44
Paris
42m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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Southampton to Bournemouth Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:22
Last train
Last train
23:45
Departure station
Departure station
Southampton
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bournemouth
Journey time
Journey time
26m
Distance
Distance
38 km
Price
Price
SAR 17.06*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton to Bournemouth

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 to Bournemouth can result in significant cost savings.
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 Southampton to Bournemouth 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 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 to Bournemouth, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

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 to Bournemouth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southampton to Bournemouth Train Ticket Types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.