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South Western Railway Trains

Extensive network coverage

South Western Railway operates an extensive network that covers a wide area of southern England, including major cities such as London, Southampton, Portsmouth, and Bournemouth. This network provides vital connections for both commuters and leisure travellers.

Frequent services

The railway offers frequent services, particularly on busy routes such as those between London Waterloo and key destinations like Reading, Basingstoke, and Guildford. This ensures that passengers have flexible travel options throughout the day.

Morden onboard experience

South Western Railway trains feature comfortable seating, modern interiors, free Wi-Fi, and power sockets, ensuring a pleasant and connected travel experience for both standard and first-class passengers.

South Western Railway Trains

South Western Railway route map

South Western Railway route map

South Western Railway (SWR) is a prominent train operator serving the South West of England, including key areas such as London, Surrey, Hampshire, Dorset, and Wiltshire.

SWR runs frequent and dependable services to and from London Waterloo, one of the UK's busiest railway stations, catering to the needs of daily commuters. The network also includes direct routes to major destinations like Reading, Bournemouth, Southampton, and Portsmouth. Beyond commuter routes, SWR offers long-distance travel options to cities such as Exeter, Bristol, and Salisbury. Additionally, SWR manages the Island Line on the Isle of Wight, ensuring comprehensive coverage across the region.

Popular destinations

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Trains to London Waterloo

Trains to London Waterloo

Trains to London Paddington

Trains to London Paddington

Trains to Bournemouth

Trains to Bournemouth

Trains to Portsmouth Harbour

Trains to Portsmouth Harbour

Trains to Bristol Temple Meads

Trains to Bristol Temple Meads

Trains to Southampton Central

Trains to Southampton Central

Trains to Guildford

Trains to Guildford

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South Western Railway trains to stadiums

Trains to Kingsmeadow Stadium

Trains to Kingsmeadow Stadium

Kingsmeadow Stadium, located in Kingston upon Thames, is the home ground of AFC Wimbledon. It is easily accessible via a short 10-minute walk from Norbiton station.

Nearest rail station(s):
  • Trains to Norbiton
Trains to St. Mary's Stadium

Trains to St. Mary's Stadium

St. Mary's Stadium, the home of Southampton FC, is conveniently reachable by a short walk from Southampton Central station.

Nearest rail station(s):
  • Trains to Southampton Central

South Western Railway trains to attractions

Trains to Stonehenge

Trains to Stonehenge

Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument in Wiltshire, is renowned for its enigmatic stone circle. The closest train station is Salisbury Station, located about 9 miles away.

Nearest rail station(s):
  • Trains to Salisbury
Trains to Windsor Castle

Trains to Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world, is in Berkshire. The nearest train station is Windsor & Eton Central Station, just a short walk from the castle.

Nearest rail station(s):
  • Trains to Windsor & Eton Central
Trains to Hampton Court Palace

Trains to Hampton Court Palace

Hampton Court Palace, a stunning Tudor palace in Surrey, is adjacent to Hampton Court Station, making it easily accessible.

Nearest rail station(s):
  • Trains to Hampton Court
Trains to the New Forest National Park

Trains to the New Forest National Park

The New Forest National Park in Hampshire offers a diverse landscape of woodlands and coastal areas. Brockenhurst Station, about 1 mile away, is the nearest rail connection.

Nearest rail station(s):
  • Trains to Brockenhurst

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South Western Railway Season tickets

Season tickets allow you to travel unlimited times between two stations within a week, month, or longer duration. Whether you're a commuter or a leisurely tourist, different types of season tickets can provide discounted rates compared to purchasing individual tickets for each journey. Read more about: Season Tickets.
RoutesWeekly Season TicketMonthly Season TicketFlexi Season Ticket
Northampton to London£175.70, save £354.90£674.70, save £1,599.30£530.60, save £75.80
Brighton to London£124.40, save £243.80£477.70, save £1,100.30£368.20, save £52.60
Chelmsford to London£124.40, save £129.00£477.70, save £608.30£253.40, save £36.20
Birmingham to London£176.50, save £517.90£677.80, save £2,298.20£531.40, save £262.20

South Western Railway ticket types and classes

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Allows travel during off-peak hours on specified routes.

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Includes both outward and return journeys between two destinations.

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Discounted tickets available when booking 12 weeks in advance.

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Access to higher service levels.

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Fully flexible tickets for purchase and travel at any time.

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1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets for groups of three to nine passengers.

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Unlimited travel between two stations within a specified period.

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Up to eight days of travel within a 28-day period.

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South Western Railway Strikes

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