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Southbourne to Hedge End by train

First train

04:25

Last train

23:28

Departure station

Southbourne

Arrival station

Hedge End

Journey time

From 43m

Distance

18 miles (29 km)

Frequency

30 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

South Western Railway, Southern

How to travel from Southbourne to Hedge End by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Southbourne to Hedge End? Look no further.

You'll usually find 30 trains per day running between Southbourne and Hedge End, which usually take 1 hour 26 minutes to complete the 18 miles (29 km) journey. It can take as little as 43 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Hedge End by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both South Western Railway and Southern trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Southbourne to Hedge End if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Hedge End? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Southbourne to Hedge End? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Southbourne to Hedge End take?

The average journey time by train between Southbourne and Hedge End is 1 hour and 26 minutes, with around 30 trains per day. 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 Southbourne and Hedge End by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Southbourne to Hedge End is 43 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Southbourne to Hedge End?

No, there are no direct train services from Southbourne to Hedge End. Travelling from Southbourne to Hedge End by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Southbourne to Hedge End leave?

The first train from Southbourne to Hedge End leaves at 04:25. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Southbourne to Hedge End leave?

The last train from Southbourne to Hedge End leaves at 23:28. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Southbourne and Hedge End by train?

Trains travelling from Southbourne to Hedge End cover a distance of around 18 miles (29 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Hedge End to Southbourne.

Cheap train tickets from Southbourne to Hedge End

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† 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.

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