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Trains from Oxford to Southampton Central

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30

train journeys
per day

58

miles (94 kms)

1hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

06:00 / 00:27

first / last train

16

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Oxford to Southampton Central

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Oxford and Southampton Central , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Oxford to Southampton Central is approximately 58 miles (94 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 17 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Oxford to Southampton Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Oxford to Southampton Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:00
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    07:57
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    1 hrs 26 mins Direct
    08:42
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    1 hrs 27 mins Direct
    09:43
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    1 hrs 26 mins Direct
    10:42
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:32
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:19
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    11:43
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:29
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:16
    1 hrs 31 mins Direct
    12:47
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    13:22
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:15
    1 hrs 28 mins Direct
    13:43
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:21
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:16
    1 hrs 26 mins Direct
    14:42
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    15:22
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:16
    1 hrs 27 mins Direct
    15:43
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:22
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:15
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    16:45
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:31
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    17:22
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:16
    1 hrs 27 mins Direct
    17:43
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:16
    1 hrs 26 mins Direct
    18:42
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:17
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    19:46
    Oxford
    Southampton Central
    Oxford to Southampton Central

About Oxford Station

Station name Oxford (OXF)
Address Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:30 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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

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 Oxford and Southampton Central

The travel time between Oxford and Southampton Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Oxford and Southampton Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Oxford to Southampton Central

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

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