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Direct services & connecting journeys
The journey results show whether direct services or options involving a change are available from Ashurst New Forest to Preston (Lancs) for your selected date and time.
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Before you start your journey
Departing from Ashurst New Forest
- Departure station
- Ashurst New Forest station guide
- Address
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- Lyndhurst Rd, Ashurst SO40 7AA
Operators serving Ashurst New Forest
The operators listed for a station may differ from those used on a particular journey. Check your selected itinerary.
Facilities at Ashurst New Forest
- Ticket Office
- Bike Racks
Parking & meeting your train
- Forest car parks nearby
Explore the area around Ashurst New Forest
- New Forest National Park
About your departure station
Opened 1847 as terminus of Southampton Dorchester line.
Rebuilt 1860s after fire.
Became gateway to New Forest tourism.
Significant 1930s upgrade added current buildings.
Modernized 2010 with accessible platforms.
Handles 500,000 annual visitors exploring the forest.
The station's Swiss chalet style buildings reflect Victorian holiday architecture.
Its history intertwines with the forest's conservation story, balancing tourist access with environmental protection.
Today, it remains vital for both commuters and nature seekers.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Ashurst New Forest to Preston (Lancs)?
Open the ticket search and enter Ashurst New Forest as your departure station and Preston (Lancs) as your arrival station, then add your travel date and passenger details to see the available options.
How do I check whether I need to change trains between Ashurst New Forest and Preston (Lancs)?
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Can I include a Railcard?
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