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++++The cheapest and fastest trainsfrom Southampton to BathShowing times and prices for Jul 14
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
1h 25m
Average duration
1h 48m
Trains per day
14
Distance
84 km
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Southampton to Bath train with Great Western Railway
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Bath:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Bath costing on average $50 (€41).
Other travel options to Bath take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 18m.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (1h 31m by train vs 1h 53m by car). Tickets start at around $50 (€41) 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, Great Western Railway (GWR).
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
Southampton to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Bath trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C03032 · G14952+ L78869 | Delayed 6:20 AM 6:30 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 2h12 | 8:42 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
 G00739+G14954 | On time 7:55 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h54 | 9:49 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| G15004 | On time 8:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h29 | 9:39 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00855+G14955 | On time 8:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h07 | 10:22 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| G15519 | On time 8:23 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h46 | 10:09 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C03041 · G14956+L78760 · L79928 | Delayed 8:20 AM 8:30 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 2h15 | 10:45 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 3 transfers | |
| L84209 · L80059+G15217 | On time 8:37 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h53 | 10:30 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
| G15005 | On time 9:11 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h27 | 10:38 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00858+W34680 | On time 9:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h03 | 11:18 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| G15007 | On time 10:11 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h25 | 11:36 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00861+W34686 | On time 10:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h03 | 12:18 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| L84238 · L80061+G15220 | On time 10:37 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h52 | 12:29 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
| G15009 | On time 11:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h26 | 12:36 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00866+G14959 | On time 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h09 | 1:24 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| G15011 | On time 12:11 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h27 | 1:38 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C48124 | 5:33 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h36 | 7:09 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00849+G14951 | 6:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 8:19 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
| G15002 | 6:47 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h43 | 8:30 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00851+G14953 | 7:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h03 | 9:18 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Bath
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Trains from Southampton to Bath run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 10:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Southampton to Bath trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Southampton and Bath from $19 (€16). 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 Southampton to Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Bath
Most Southampton to Bath trains use the Southampton Central to Bath Spa station pair, with some services arriving at Oldfield Park. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Bath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Bath leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: 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 some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: No.
Getting to Woolston from Southampton city centre
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston train station facilities and services
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bath Spa train station facilities and services
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park train station facilities and services
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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