Winchester Center Station is undergoing a major renovation to improve structural safety and accessibility for all riders. The project will also add elevators, upgraded canopies, signs and railings, benches, bike racks and a public address system.
During the pre-construction phase of the project, contractors will be paring the site, installing fencing and conducting vibration monitoring. During this time, the construction area at Laraway Road will remain closed.
Commuter Rail
Commuter rail, also known as suburban rail, is a passenger railway transport service that connects people living in suburban areas to the main urban area. The system carries commuters to and from work, school, shopping and entertainment. It operates throughout the day and evening, seven days a week. Unlike local bus systems, commuter rail services offer passengers the opportunity to travel in comfort and arrive at their destination with minimal time.
In addition to the increased capacity and improved accessibility, the renovation will also provide structural safety upgrades. The project is expected to be completed in 2024. Construction will continue through the remainder of this summer at Winchester Center Station including continued demolition and installation of micropiles. The public is advised to expect noise levels that will increase during this time.
The station is served by hourly trains between Winchester and North Station (subway). These services are direct and take on average 17 minutes to reach their final destinations. The ticket office at the station is open every day that services are running, although opening hours may vary.
The station was originally opened on 10 June 1839 by the London and Southampton Railway as a terminus of the line from London Waterloo to Southampton. It was later served by the Great Western Railway’s Didcot, Newbury and Southampton Railway. In 1949 it became Winchester City, a name that it retained until 1967.
Bus
There are many ways to get to Winchester Station, including by Bus. The station is located in Campbell and is serviced by the VTA Green Line. The station is undergoing accessibility improvements and may experience periods of increased noise and vibration. The work is expected to begin in 2022 and will be completed by the summer of 2023.
The station is served by a number of bus routes, including the Park and Ride (P&R) service. The P&R service operates between the Winchester Train Station and Badger Farm, as well as city centre stops such as Winchester Guildhall, Jewry Street, and Royal Hampshire County Hospital. The station also offers wheelchair and scooter hire through Shopmobility, located on the upper parking level of Brooks Shopping Centre.
Winchester Train Station is a railway station in Winchester, Hampshire, England. It is on the South West Main Line and was formerly known as Winchester City between 1949 and 1967 to distinguish it from the nearby Winchester (Chesil) railway station.
There are a number of bus companies that serve Winchester Station, including MIT Transit and Wanda Coach. Moovit makes it easy to search and book bus travel around the world. Moovit provides live schedules and map directions for buses and trains, making it simple to plan your trip. You can buy tickets online, and many bus companies offer discounts when you book ahead of time.
Taxi
Winchester has a great deal to offer visitors and it is a perfect place for a short break or long holiday. From the stunning cathedral to the historical buildings and attractions, you’ll find something for everyone here.
The city is located in Hampshire on the edge of the South Downs National Park. It’s home to numerous top attractions including Winchester Castle, Wolvesey Castle, and Marvell zoo. Winchester also has a number of hotels and restaurants to cater for all budgets, and it’s well-connected by rail and road to London.
Taxis at Winchester Station are available for all your transport needs. From local transfers to airport pick-ups, our team of drivers will ensure you arrive at your destination on time. Our taxis are clean, comfortable and spacious, making them the perfect choice for long journeys and group transfers.
In addition to our regular taxi service, we can provide minicabs for longer runs and long-distance trips. To book a taxi at Winchester Station, visit our website or call our booking line.
Until 2022, you can continue to use the app to request a Local Cab in Winchester, and we’ll connect you with your driver immediately. With Uber, riders and private-hire drivers connect 24/7 and convenience is always prioritised. It’s easy to get started – just sign up, get a quote and tap on the app to start your ride.
Walking
There are plenty of good walking routes from Winchester Station, including the shady paths along the River Itchen and Itchen Navigation. These are popular with locals. The walker can also take the opportunity to visit the two medieval gates surviving from the original five – the Westgate and Kingsgate, both with their stone seats (the former with holes for pouring boiling oil).
From the Cathedral, walk south on the stepped path to St Catherine’s Hill, an Iron Age hill fort Site of Special Scientific Interest that offers great views of the city. The path reaches the top via an old mizmaze, then descends to Parnholt Woods and its wood puddles, which contain a variety of orchids including autumn lady’s tresses and bird’s-foot trefoil. This area is also notable for the tussock-like meadow grasses and wildflowers of the chalk downland, which attract 25 types of butterfly.
A footpath north from Winchester leads to Micheldever Station, passing through a nature reserve on the route of the railway. It then crosses farmland to a recrossing of the railway at Winnall Moors. There is a final recrossing of the railway at Badger Farm Road to join the footpath through Winnall Moors Country Park.
A ten minute detour from the station takes the walker to the Cathedral, one of England’s most important buildings and a place of pilgrimage. The 1000 year old cathedral is home to peregrine falcons and hosts tours and events.
