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Trains from Southampton Central to Oxford

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24

train journeys
per day

58

miles (94 kms)

1hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:43

first / last train

14

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Oxford

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Oxford , with 14 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 10 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Oxford is approximately 58 miles (94 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 58 mins.

South Western Railway, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Oxford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Oxford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 22 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Southampton Central to Oxford

Journeys from Southampton Central to Oxford Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:15
    1 hrs 22 minsDirect
    06:37
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:15
    1 hrs 23 minsDirect
    07:38
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:44
    1 hrs 54 mins3 changes
    08:38
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:00
    2 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    09:19
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:15
    1 hrs 22 minsDirect
    09:37
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:15
    1 hrs 22 minsDirect
    10:37
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:15
    1 hrs 23 minsDirect
    11:38
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:15
    1 hrs 23 minsDirect
    12:38
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:15
    1 hrs 23 minsDirect
    13:38
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:15
    1 hrs 23 minsDirect
    14:38
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:15
    1 hrs 23 minsDirect
    15:38
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:15
    1 hrs 23 minsDirect
    16:38
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:30
    2 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    18:10
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:00
    2 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    18:18
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:30
    1 hrs 53 mins3 changes
    18:23
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    17:15
    1 hrs 23 minsDirect
    18:38
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:15
    1 hrs 23 minsDirect
    19:38
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    19:15
    1 hrs 23 minsDirect
    20:38
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    20:15
    1 hrs 23 minsDirect
    21:38
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    20:30
    2 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    22:40
    Southampton Central
    Oxford
    Southampton Central to Oxford

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
AddressSouthampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed bySW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Oxford Station

Station name Oxford (OXF)
AddressOxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:30 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southampton Central and Oxford

The travel time between Southampton Central and Oxford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Oxford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:43.

First class tickets on trains between Southampton Central and Oxford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Southampton Central and Oxford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 14 direct services per day from Southampton Central to Oxford

South Western Railway, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Oxford.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Southampton Central and Oxford, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.