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Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Southampton Central

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68

train journeys
per day

23

miles (37 kms)

28 mins

fastest journey

00:12 / 23:55

first / last train

67

direct trains

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Southampton Central

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On a typical weekday there are 68 scheduled rail journeys between Bournemouth and Southampton Central , with 67 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bournemouth to Southampton Central is approximately 23 miles (37 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 42 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bournemouth to Southampton Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 28 mins.

Journeys from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:12
    47 mins Direct
    00:59
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:15
    39 mins Direct
    05:54
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    33 mins Direct
    06:28
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:11
    47 mins Direct
    06:58
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    32 mins Direct
    07:02
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:34
    47 mins Direct
    07:21
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:56
    29 mins Direct
    07:25
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:04
    48 mins Direct
    07:52
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:26
    30 mins Direct
    07:56
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:31
    31 mins Direct
    08:02
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:34
    48 mins Direct
    08:22
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:56
    30 mins Direct
    08:26
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:02
    52 mins Direct
    08:54
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:18
    40 mins Direct
    08:58
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    55 mins Direct
    09:18
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:40
    33 mins Direct
    09:13
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:56
    30 mins Direct
    09:26
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:05
    48 mins Direct
    09:53
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:22
    36 mins Direct
    09:58
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:45
    28 mins Direct
    10:13
    Bournemouth
    Southampton Central
    Bournemouth to Southampton Central

About Bournemouth Station

Station name Bournemouth (BMH)
Address Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:15
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 07:45 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bournemouth and Southampton Central

The travel time between Bournemouth and Southampton Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bournemouth and Southampton Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 68 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 67 direct services per day from Bournemouth to Southampton Central

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

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