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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 QAR 21.28, with average prices for this route around QAR 23.16. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:15
Bournemouth
05:54
Southampton Central
39m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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05:55
Bournemouth
06:28
Southampton Central
33m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:11
Bournemouth
06:58
Southampton Central
47m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:30
Bournemouth
07:03
Southampton Central
33m, DirectCrossCountry
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06:34
Bournemouth
07:20
Southampton Central
46m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:56
Bournemouth
07:25
Paris
29m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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Bournemouth to Southampton Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:15
Last train
Last train
23:12
Departure station
Departure station
Bournemouth
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton Central
Journey time
Journey time
26m
Distance
Distance
24 miles
Price
Price
QAR 21.28*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Southampton Central

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 Bournemouth to Southampton Central 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 Bournemouth to Southampton Central 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 Bournemouth to Southampton Central, 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%

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.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

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

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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%.