Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

CrossCountry
South Western Railway

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea

Trains to Westgate-on-Sea from Southampton Central

First train

03:49

Last train

00:09

Departure stationSouthampton Central
Arrival stationWestgate-on-Sea
Journey time

From 3h 18m

Distance

124 miles (199 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern

What are the train times from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea?

Check out the next trains departing from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea for Tuesday 10th November 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:1515:083h 53m, 5 changes
11:3015:183h 48m, 2 changes
12:3016:233h 53m, 2 changes
12:5917:044h 5m, 2 changes
13:1517:043h 49m, 3 changes
13:5917:343h 35m, 2 changes
14:1518:033h 48m, 3 changes
15:0018:293h 29m, 2 changes
15:1518:563h 41m, 4 changes
15:5919:223h 23m, 2 changes

Travelling from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea by train

If you're planning to travel from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea takes around 5 hours 33 minutes. There are normally 13 trains per day travelling from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea.

You'll have to make 1 change on your journey to Westgate-on-Sea, as there are no direct trains.

South Western Railway, Southeastern, CrossCountry and Southern trains operate on this route.

Save money on your train tickets by booking in advance.

Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea?

Want to know more about your journey from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea?

You can get from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea by train in 5 hours and 33 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 18 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea take?

The average journey time by train between Southampton Central and Westgate-on-Sea is 5 hours and 33 minutes, with around 13 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Southampton Central and Westgate-on-Sea by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea is 3 hours and 18 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea?

No, there are no direct train services from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea. Travelling from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Southampton Central to Westgate-on-Sea is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link