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Eastbourne to Southampton Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Eastbourne to Southampton Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $28.82, with average prices for this route around $28.82.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
11:30 3 hours 1 minute, Changes required Eastbourne	14:31 Southampton Central	Find Tickets
11:33 2 hours 49 minutes, Changes required Eastbourne	14:22 Southampton Central	Find Tickets
11:33 2 hours 58 minutes, Changes required Eastbourne	14:31 Southampton Central	Find Tickets
11:55 3 hours 8 minutes, Changes required Eastbourne	15:03 Southampton Central	Find Tickets
12:05 2 hours 58 minutes, Changes required Eastbourne	15:03 Southampton Central	Find Tickets
12:30 3 hours 1 minute, Changes required Eastbourne	15:31 Paris	Find Tickets

Eastbourne to Southampton Central Train Route Details

First train

04:49

Last train

21:55

Departure station

Eastbourne

Arrival station

Southampton Central

Journey time

2 hours 48 minutes

Distance

121 km

Price

$28.82*

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

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Eastbourne to Southampton Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Eastbourne to Southampton Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Eastbourne to Southampton Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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%.

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