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Eastbourne to Southampton Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Eastbourne to Southampton Central, starting from OMR 11.130 and averaging OMR 11.130. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 48m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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04:49
3h 8m, Changes required
Eastbourne
07:57
Southampton Central
SouthernSouth Western Railway
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04:49
3h 12m, Changes required
Eastbourne
08:01
Southampton Central
Southern
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05:20
3h 6m, Changes required
Eastbourne
08:26
Southampton Central
SouthernSouth Western Railway
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05:35
2h 56m, Changes required
Eastbourne
08:31
Southampton Central
Southern
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05:51
3h 14m, Changes required
Eastbourne
09:05
Southampton Central
Southern
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06:28
2h 54m, Changes required
Eastbourne
09:22
Paris
SouthernSouth Western Railway
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Eastbourne to Southampton Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:07
Last train
Last train
22:24
Departure station
Departure station
Eastbourne
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton Central
Journey time
Journey time
2h 48m
Distance
Distance
121 km
Price
Price
OMR 11.130*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway, Southern, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Eastbourne to Southampton Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Eastbourne to Southampton Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Eastbourne to Southampton Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Eastbourne to Southampton Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Eastbourne to Southampton Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Eastbourne to Southampton Central train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.