What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station is to rideshare which costs £2 - £6 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station is to train which takes 31 min and costs £12 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Southampton Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Southampton Central Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Southampton Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Southampton Central. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station?

The distance between Bournemouth and Southampton Central Station is 29 miles. The road distance is 30.4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station?

The train from Bournemouth to Southampton Central takes 31 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station bus from?

Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bournemouth station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station train from?

Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station is to train which takes 31 min and costs £12 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Southampton Central Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station train arrive?

Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station is 30 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station?

Book your Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station?

Book your Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Southampton Central Station?

There are 2048+ hotels available in Southampton Central Station.

Can I share a ride from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bournemouth and Southampton Central Station. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
31 min
£12–27
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bournemouth to Southamptonrideshare 29.2 mi
1h 8m
£2–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Stationbus Uk061
45 min
£3–6
Drive 30.2 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Stationcar 30.2 mi
38 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Stationtaxi 30.2 mi
38 min
£140–170
Bus via Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Coach Stationbus 160
54 min
£6–14

Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station by train

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Distance: 28.6 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Southampton Central Station, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Bournemouth to Southampton Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–27 and the journey takes 31 min. Cross Country also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bournemouth to Southampton Central Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 45 min.

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