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M Shed
City museum on Bristol’s docks covering local history, industry, people, and transport in a lively waterfront setting.

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Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
1h 40m
Average duration
2h 15m
Trains per day
11
Distance
101 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. 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 $16, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Bristol:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Bristol costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 44m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (1h 50m by train vs 2h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $39 (€32) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Bristol trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C42270 | Delayed 4:31 PM 5:09 PMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 1h42 | 6:07 PM 6:07 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00903+ W34727 | On time 5:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h21 | 7:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L80125 · L79983+ C03086 · C42198 | On time 5:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h32 | 8:02 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
C42272 | On time 6:10 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h43 | 7:53 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00910+ W34733 | On time 6:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h22 | 8:37 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
C42274 | On time 7:10 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h42 | 8:52 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00919+ C42200 | On time 7:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h17 | 9:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L80145 · L79995+ C03096 · C42201 | On time 7:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h36 | 10:06 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
C42276 | On time 8:10 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h40 | 9:50 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00926+ W34744 | On time 8:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h48 | 11:03 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L80299+ C03103 · C42202 | On time 9:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h03 | 12:03 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
SW097900 · L78754 · L79160+ W34677 | 6:37 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h06 | 10:43 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
L80137+ C03044 · C33026 | 9:25 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h37 | 12:02 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
W34984 | 9:57 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h52 | 11:49 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00863+ W34690 | 10:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h50 | 1:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L80157+ C03049 · W34690 | 10:25 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h40 | 1:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
W34990 | 10:57 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h52 | 12:49 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00867+ C01223 | On time 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h47 | 2:02 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L80171+ C03054 · C01223 | 11:25 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h37 | 2:02 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
C33095 | 11:57 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h52 | 1:49 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00874+ W34700 | 12:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h50 | 3:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L80179+ C03059 · W34700 | 12:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h40 | 3:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
W35001 | 12:57 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h51 | 2:48 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00880+ C05993 | On time 1:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h10 | 3:25 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L80183+ C03064 · C33028 | 1:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h37 | 4:02 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
C33097 | 1:57 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h52 | 3:49 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00885+ C00166 | 2:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h50 | 5:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
L80189+ C03069 · C00166 | 2:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h40 | 5:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
C33098 | 2:57 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h48 | 4:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35023 | 3:57 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 5:46 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Southampton to Bristol run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:51, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 3:51 AM |
Last train 10:38 PM |
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Discover the best of Bristol — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bristol trip today.
City museum on Bristol’s docks covering local history, industry, people, and transport in a lively waterfront setting.
Major museum and gallery with art, archaeology, natural history, and Egyptian collections near the University area.
Award-winning ship museum and visitor attraction telling the story of Brunel’s pioneering steamship.
Lively waterfront walking area with museums, public art, boats, and some of the city’s most photogenic views.
Elegant neighborhood of terraces, boutiques, and leafy streets, ideal for strolling near the bridge.
Historic covered market area and surrounding lanes with strong local character in Bristol Old City.
Traditional West Country cider made from local apples. Bristol has a strong cider culture, and local ciders are a classic drink to try in pubs and cider houses.
A lightly sweet enriched bun with currants and sugar, strongly associated with nearby Bath and commonly found across Bristol and the wider region.
Famous hard cheese from Somerset, just south of Bristol. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods and appears in ploughman’s lunches and pub menus.
Small, acclaimed modern British restaurant in Wapping Wharf shipping containers, known for seasonal tasting-style plates and warm service.
Well-known Spanish tapas restaurant near Bristol Harbourside, praised for wood-fired cooking, quality ingredients, and a lively dining room.
Established basement steakhouse and grill known for dry-aged beef, strong cocktails, and a stylish atmosphere in central Bristol.
Generally cheaper than London but pricier than many UK cities. Hotels and dining are moderate, while budget eats and buses offer good value.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in taxis. No tip expected for pubs, cafés, or counter service, but small change is appreciated.
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Bristol Temple Meads, Bristol -> Bristol City Centre, Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Southampton to Bristol trains use the Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Swaythling is 4 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Swaythling has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Swaythling.
Wi-Fi is available at Swaythling.
Ticket office support is available at Swaythling.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Swaythling: Parking.
Available at Swaythling: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Swaythling: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has no step-free access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Eastleigh/ London Waterloo). There is level access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton Central). 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.
Bristol Temple Meads 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 options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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: Yes.
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