Southampton Central Train Station

Last updated: 27 Apr, 2024

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Southampton Central train station

Situated in the heart of Southampton, UK, Southampton Central railway station serves as a pivotal transportation hub connecting travelers to various destinations across the country. Equipped with modern facilities and offering a range of services, Southampton Central railway station provides ease and convenience to both residents and visitors alike.

For those planning to visit Southampton, acquiring Southampton Central train tickets is the most convenient way to reach the city. This well-connected station offers direct services to major cities including London, Bristol, and Manchester, making it a vital link for travelers seeking effortless commutes.

When it comes to planning your journey, Southampton Central train times are readily available, enabling passengers to organize their trips with precision and efficiency. With regular schedules, visitors can rely on prompt departures and arrivals, ensuring a smooth travel experience.

The prominence of Southampton Central extends beyond its transportation services. Located in close proximity to the city center, the station allows passengers to conveniently explore popular attractions such as the SeaCity Museum, Tudor House and Garden, and the picturesque Southampton Old Town.

Whether you are a tourist seeking to explore Southampton’s historical charm or a commuter looking for seamless travel connections, Southampton Central railway station proves to be an indispensable gateway. With its excellent connectivity, modern amenities, and easy access to popular destinations, this bustling station stands as a testament to efficient and reliable transportation services in the UK.

Station details & facilities

Facilities

󰅁ATM Machine󰽇

ATM Machine

Yes

Bureau de Change

No

󰅀Bicycle Hire󰽇

Bicycle Hire

No

󰅂Bicycle Parking󰽇

Bicycle Parking

Spaces: 392

Sheltered Cycle storage

Yes

CCTV: Yes

Location

Platform 1 - 200 spaces

Platform 4 - 44 spaces

Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces

Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces

Storage type

Lockers,Stands,Wheel Racks

󰅎Public Wifi󰽇

Public Wifi

Yes

Notes

Find WiFi Hotspots around Southampton Central station

󰅄Pay Phone󰽇

Pay Phone

No

󰅆Post box󰽇

Post box

No

󰅇Refreshments󰽇

Refreshments

Yes

󰅈Seating Facilities󰽇

Seating area

Yes

Waiting Rooms

Yes

Location

All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.

󰅌Toilet󰽇

Toilet

Yes

Location

The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: radar@radar.org.uk.

󰅐Tourist information office󰽇

Tourist information office

No

󰅍Trolleys󰽇

Trolleys

Yes

Services

󰅋Ticket buying and collection󰽇

Ticket office opening

No

Top up Oyster pay as you go here

No

Use Oyster pay as you go here

No

󰅏Transport links󰽇

Taxi rank

Yes outside Platform 4 exit 

󰅅Accessibility and mobility access󰽇

Customer help points

No

Staff help

Yes

Notes

The station is staffed 24 hours a day. 

Accessible ticket machines

Yes

Notes

All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details

Accessible ticket office counter

Yes

Ramp for train access

No

Accessible taxis

Yes

Notes

Yes outside Platform 4 exit 

Accessible toilets

Yes

Location

The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: radar@radar.org.uk.

Impaired mobility setDown

Yes

Wheel chairs

Yes

󰅃General services information󰽇

Customer service

No

Left luggage

No

Lost property

Yes

Departure and arrivals from

Departures
Arrivals
TrainTimePlatformStatus
from Brighton08:282AOn time
from Bristol Temple Meads08:303BOn time
from London Waterloo08:301On time
from Romsey08:352BOn time
from Salisbury08:373AOn time