Swaythling station was initially constructed in 1883 in an elaborate Neo-Flemish style[1] and is a grade II listed building.

[2] The left side has a Flemish gable with central pediment and ball finials and includes a date tablet.

On 19 January 1941, during the Second World War, a 2,000-pound (907 kg) bomb fell on the station, through both the roof and floor of the booking office.

The bomb did not explode, but the impact killed the leading porter's dog (who was asleep in a cupboard) and scattered burning coals from the hearth, causing a fire.

[4] Currently operated by South Western Railway, it is served by the hourly Salisbury to Romsey via Southampton and Eastleigh service.