Frequently asked questions about Southampton, Winchester & Basingstoke

Dogs can usually travel with you onboard this route.

However, it's at the driver's discretion, the driver will consider things like if there is already another pet on the bus when making their decision.

Guide dogs and assistance dogs are of course allowed at all times.

Southampton, Winchester & Basingstoke runs all year long.

You can find more information from the timetable, available on our website.

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Typically, South Western Railway services on the Southampton, Winchester & Basingstoke line operate with a frequency of up to every 30 minutes on weekdays and Saturdays. On Sundays, the service generally runs hourly.

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This service is operated by South Western Railway

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This route does not accept concessionary bus passes.

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You can speak to the operator directly about claiming lost property.

Passengers can take bikes onboard South Western Railway services, including this route. Small folding bicycles are permitted on any train if safely stowed. For standard, non-folding bikes, reservations are generally not required on this line, operating on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to available space. However, restrictions apply during weekday peak hours for trains arriving at London Waterloo between 07:15 and 10:00 and departing between 16:45 and 19:00. For more detailed information, please refer to the South Western Railway bike policy: https://www.southwesternrailway.com/travelling-with-us/bikes-on-trains.