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Alton to Southampton Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Alton to Southampton Central, starting from NZD 21.03 and averaging NZD 21.03. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 34 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Alton to Southampton Central Train Route Details

First train

06:11

Last train

23:14

Departure station

Alton

Arrival station

Southampton Central

Journey time

1 hour 34 minutes

Distance

42 km

Price

NZD 21.03*

Train operators

CrossCountry, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Alton to Southampton Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Alton to Southampton Central can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Alton 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%

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 Alton 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Alton to Southampton Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Alton to Southampton Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Alton to Southampton Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Alton to Southampton Central Train prices and times

Alton to Southampton Central Train Route Details