How much is the train ticket from Southampton to Oxford?

The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Oxford start from R 274. The average price for this train route is around R 1 185. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Southampton to Oxford?

The average train journey time from Southampton to Oxford is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 90 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Southampton to Oxford route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Southampton to Oxford?

The earliest train from Southampton to Oxford departs at 07:23. And the latest train departs at 20:23.

Train Southampton to Oxford from R 260

Next train departures

Next departures from Southampton to Oxford on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	08:38	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	08:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 14m	09:37	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	08:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 14m	09:37	Oxford	No tags
Train	09:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 14m	10:37	Oxford	No tags

Next departures from Southampton to Oxford on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:48	Southampton Central	1h 50m	17:38	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	19:48	Southampton Central	1h 46m	21:34	Oxford	Fastest
Train	08:48	Southampton Central	1h 50m	10:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:48	Southampton Central	1h 50m	10:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	09:48	Southampton Central	1h 50m	11:38	Oxford	No tags

Next departures from Southampton to Oxford on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:03	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 10m	09:13	Oxford	CheapestFastest
Train	07:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	08:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	07:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	08:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:03	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 10m	09:13	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 14m	09:37	Oxford	No tags

Next departures from Southampton to Oxford on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:03	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 10m	09:13	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	08:03	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 10m	09:13	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	08:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	07:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	08:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 14m	09:37	Oxford	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:50 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Southampton to Oxford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oxford. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

4h 10mAverage duration

95 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 173 - R 1 272	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 274 - R 2 580	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 135 - R 135	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Southampton and Oxford?

Southampton

A
Southampton Airport

Oxford

A
Oxford Train Station
44 Abbey Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2, UK

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at R 274

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Southampton to Oxford by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Southampton to Oxford?
The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Oxford start from R 274. The average price for this train route is around R 1 185. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Southampton to Oxford?
The average train journey time from Southampton to Oxford is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 90 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Southampton to Oxford route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Southampton to Oxford?
The earliest train from Southampton to Oxford departs at 07:23. And the latest train departs at 20:23.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 750

10/12

R 742

Today

R 853

12/12

R 744

13/12

No data

14/12

R 269

15/12

No data

16/12

R 348

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Oxford was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 269

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

You can expect to pay from R 269 to R 2 454 for a train ticket from Southampton to Oxford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 269, which is on 2025-12-14.