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Southampton Central to Christchurch Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Southampton Central to Christchurch? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €5.27, with average prices for this route around €13.83. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Sun, Aug 31
From €13.30
Mon, Sep 1
From €13.30
Tue, Sep 2
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Wed, Sep 3
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Thu, Sep 4
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Fri, Sep 5
From €5.27
Sat, Sep 6
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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
08:34 Southampton Central	09:13 Christchurch	39m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:03 Southampton Central	10:13 Christchurch	1h 10m, Changes required	Find Tickets
09:35 Southampton Central	10:15 Christchurch	40m, Direct	Find Tickets
10:03 Southampton Central	11:13 Christchurch	1h 10m, Changes required	Find Tickets
10:35 Southampton Central	11:15 Christchurch	40m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:03 Southampton Central	12:13 Paris	1h 10m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Southampton Central to Christchurch Train Route Details

First train

00:37

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Southampton Central

Arrival station

Christchurch

Journey time

30m

Distance

33 km

Price

€5.27*

Train operators

South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to Christchurch

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Southampton Central to Christchurch. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about 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 traveling from Southampton Central to Christchurch, 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 Southampton Central to Christchurch 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

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 Southampton Central to Christchurch more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southampton Central to Christchurch 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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