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How to get from Christchurch to Southampton by bus and train?

From Christchurch to Southampton by bus and train

To get from Christchurch to Southampton in South West, take the 1C bus from Sainsbury, Somerford station to Pokesdown Station, Pokesdown station. Next, take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Pokesdown station to Southampton Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min.

87min
Bus - 1C1C
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Sainsbury, Somerford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Christchurch
  • 2
    Bus - 1C1C
    Wait for bus
    1C
    Bournemouth
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pokesdown Station, Pokesdown
    ID bougdam
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Pokesdown
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Eastleigh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Southampton Central
    Ride to train station
    Southampton Central
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Christchurch to Southampton by bus and train via 1A and SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY

To get from Christchurch to Southampton in South West, take the 1A bus from Sainsbury, Somerford station to Pokesdown Station, Pokesdown station. Next, take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Pokesdown station to Southampton Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min.

99min
Bus - 1A1A
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Sainsbury, Somerford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Christchurch
  • 2
    Bus - 1A1A
    Wait for bus
    1A
    Bournemouth
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pokesdown Station, Pokesdown
    ID bougdam
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Pokesdown
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Eastleigh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Southampton Central
    Ride to train station
    Southampton Central
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Christchurch to Southampton

The distance between Christchurch, South West and Southampton, South West is approximately 34.45 mi, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Christchurch to Southampton by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Christchurch

Christchurch is located at Christchurch, South West and the nearest public transport station is Sainsbury, Somerford.

Bus stations close to Christchurch:

  • Sainsbury, Somerford
  • Meteor Shopping Park, Somerford
  • Trade Park, Somerford

Public transport stations close to Southampton, South West

Southampton is located at Southampton, South West and the nearest public transport station is Central Station, Southampton City Centre.

Train stations close to Southampton:

  • Southampton Central

Bus stations close to Southampton:

  • Central Station, Southampton City Centre
  • Seacity Museum, Southampton City Centre
  • Asda & Marlands, Southampton City Centre

Alternative route from Christchurch to Southampton by bus and train via 1A and SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY

To get from Christchurch to Southampton in South West, take the 1A bus from Sainsbury, Somerford station to Pokesdown Station, Pokesdown station. Next, take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Pokesdown station to Southampton Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min.

99min
Bus - 1A1A
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Sainsbury, Somerford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Christchurch
  • 2
    Bus - 1A1A
    Wait for bus
    1A
    Bournemouth
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pokesdown Station, Pokesdown
    ID bougdam
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Pokesdown
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Eastleigh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Southampton Central
    Ride to train station
    Southampton Central
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Christchurch to Southampton?

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Bus line 1C, Bus line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Christchurch to Southampton?

    The alternative route takes 99 minutes, using Bus line 1A, Bus line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct bus between Christchurch and Southampton in South West?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Christchurch to Southampton in South West?

    The 1C bus line goes from Bournemouth station near Christchurch to Pokesdown Station, Pokesdown station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Pokesdown Station, Pokesdown station near Southampton in South West

  • How long does it take to travel from Christchurch to Southampton in South West by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Christchurch and Southampton in South West by bus and train is about 1 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Christchurch to get to Southampton in South West?

    Get on the 1C bus from the Bournemouth stop near Christchurch in South West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Christchurch and Southampton in South West?

    Get off the bus at the Pokesdown Station, Pokesdown station, which is closest to Southampton in South West.

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