Trains tickets from Oxford to Southampton

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Today23 May
from US$61
Tomorrow24 May
from US$36
Sun25 May
from US$40
Mon26 May
from US$32
Tue27 May
Wed28 May
Thu29 May
Fri30 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 24 May at
    Departure city: Oxford
    Departure location: Oxford
    Arrival time: 24 May at
    Destination city: Southampton
    Destination location: Southampton Airport Parkway
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 24 May at
    Departure city: Oxford
    Departure location: Oxford
    Arrival time: 24 May at
    Destination city: Southampton
    Destination location: Southampton Airport Parkway
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 May at
    Departure city: Oxford
    Departure location: Oxford
    Arrival time: 24 May at
    Destination city: Southampton
    Destination location: Southampton Airport Parkway
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 May at
    Departure city: Oxford
    Departure location: Oxford
    Arrival time: 24 May at
    Destination city: Southampton
    Destination location: Southampton Airport Parkway
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 May at
    Departure city: Oxford
    Departure location: Oxford
    Arrival time: 24 May at
    Destination city: Southampton
    Destination location: Southampton Airport Parkway
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Oxford to Southampton

Bus
Average priceUS$11 - US$75Average duration4h 15m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$14 - US$142Average duration1h 18m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$8 - US$8Average duration1h 20m
4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Oxford to Southampton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 20mAverage duration
US$8Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Oxford to Southampton: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$40
Average train trip duration1h 18m
Number of daily trains7
Earliest train departure07:16
Distance56 miles
Latest train departure22:16

Oxford to Southampton Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Oxford - Southampton

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Southampton cost?

    The average train ticket price from Oxford to Southampton is US$40. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Oxford to Southampton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Oxford to Southampton?

    A train trip between Oxford and Southampton is around 1h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 14m. This is the time it takes to travel the 59 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Oxford and Southampton?

    The number of trains from Oxford to Southampton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Oxford to Southampton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
21/05
US$38
22/05
US$38
Today
US$34
24/05
US$34
25/05
US$38
26/05
US$30
27/05
US$26
28/05
US$30
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oxford to Southampton was searched and found on 27 May 2025 with a price of US$26

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Oxford to Southampton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$119 for a train ticket from Oxford to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$26, which is on 2025-05-27.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Oxford and Southampton is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Southampton.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Southampton you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Oxford and Southampton, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Oxford to Southampton.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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Train from Southampton to Oxford

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