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Bournemouth to Southampton Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bournemouth to Southampton Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £4.50, with average prices for this route around £4.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:15 Bournemouth	05:54 Southampton Central	39m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:55 Bournemouth	06:28 Southampton Central	33m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:11 Bournemouth	06:58 Southampton Central	47m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:30 Bournemouth	07:03 Southampton Central	33m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:34 Bournemouth	07:20 Southampton Central	46m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:56 Bournemouth	07:25 Paris	29m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Bournemouth to Southampton Central train route details

First train

05:15

Last train

23:12

Departure station

Bournemouth

Arrival station

Southampton Central

Journey time

26m

Distance

24 miles

Price

£4.50*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Southampton Central

Travelling 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 (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 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 travelling 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%

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.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Bournemouth to Southampton Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bournemouth to Southampton Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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