Bristol to Southampton train

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Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Southampton

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Great Western Railway
G44509
09:23AM1h40
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:03AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$491One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Great Western Railway
G44522
10:21AM1h41
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:02PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$491One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
G44535
08:21AM1h44
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
10:05AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$631One-way
0 transfers
Cross Country
C48465
08:35AM2h07
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
10:42AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$1501One-way
2 transfers
Great Western Railway
G44826
09:30AM2h13
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:43AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$1501One-way
1 transfer

Bristol to Southampton train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 6
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Great Western Railway
G44535
08:21AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1h44 10:05AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway
G44849
08:30AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2h12 10:42AM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
Cross Country
C48465
08:35AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2h07 10:42AM Southampton Central (SOU)2 transfers
Great Western Railway
G44509
09:23AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1h40 11:03AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway
G44826
09:30AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2h13 11:43AM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
Great Western Railway
G44522
10:21AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1h41 12:02PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bristol to Southampton?

The best time to book your train from Bristol to Southampton is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bristol to Southampton route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bristol to Southampton per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bristol to Southampton.

Fastest train times from Bristol to Southampton

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Fastest Journey

1 h 40 m

Average

1 h 56 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

103 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Bristol for Southampton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Great Western Railway
G44509
09:23AM1h40
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:03AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$491One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
G44522
10:21AM1h41
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:02PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$491One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
G44535
08:21AM1h44
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
10:05AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$631One-way
0 transfers
Cross Country
C48465
08:35AM2h07
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
10:42AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$1501One-way
2 transfers
Great Western Railway
G44849
08:30AM2h12
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
10:42AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$1501One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Bristol to Southampton

distanceDistance64 miles (103 km)
durationAverage train duration1 h 39 min
priceAverage train ticket price$42 (€36)
frequencyTrain frequency16 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 16 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesGreat Western Rail or first_great_western

Trains from Bristol to Southampton cover the 64 miles (103 km) long route taking on average 1 h 39 min with our travel partners like Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $12 (€11), but the average price of train tickets is $42 (€36). Travelers depart most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads and arrive in Southampton Central.

Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry and first_great_western from Bristol to Southampton trains

Buy your official Great Western Rail, CrossCountry and first_great_western train tickets to Southampton from Bristol from $12 (€10) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Great Western Rail from Bristol to Southampton train information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 39 min
  • Cheapest Price: $12

FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Southampton

FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol to Southampton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Southampton.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Southampton can start from as little as $12 (€11) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Southampton is $42 (€36); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bristol to Southampton train time is 1 h 39 min   covering the 64 mile (103 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Bristol to Southampton leaves at 4: 46 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Bristol to Southampton leaves at 9: 00 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Bristol to Southampton without having to change trains with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. There are 16 direct trains from Bristol to Southampton each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Bristol to Southampton train with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip between Bristol and Southampton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 00 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Southampton Central, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Southampton from Bristol is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 39 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Bristol to Southampton by train is April.
You have options as you can travel from Bristol to Southampton 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Bristol to Southampton

Bristol
Southampton
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Southampton.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads
  • Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
  • Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
The major train station for arrivals in Southampton is Southampton Airport Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Airport Parkway for your journey to Southampton from Bristol.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
Public transit options for Southampton Airport Parkway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Public transit options for Southampton Central
  • 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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