The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bath Spa (BTH) for Southampton Central (SOU) on Thu, Jun 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:38 AM1h27Bath Spa (BTH)9:05 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)$541One-way0 transfers
8:38 AM1h27Bath Spa (BTH)10:05 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)$541One-way0 transfers
8:38 AM1h27Bath Spa (BTH)10:05 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)$541One-way0 transfers
7:38 AM1h27Bath Spa (BTH)9:05 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)$541One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$46 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU):
A bus is $13 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 25m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (1h 29m by train vs 1h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $46 (€38) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:16 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h31 | 5:47 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:38 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h27 | 10:05 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:35 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h27 | 12:02 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:35 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h29 | 1:04 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:35 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h29 | 2:04 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:35 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h27 | 4:02 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU) by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Trains from Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:16, the last at 20:39. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 4:16 AM |
Last train 8:39 PM |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bath Spa (BTH) and Southampton Central (SOU) from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bath Spa (BTH) to Southampton Central (SOU)
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
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