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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Chippenham
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Chippenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Chippenham will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 2 trains that leave Southampton for Chippenham on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
7:23 AM1h48Southampton9:11 AMChippenham$441One-way0 transfers- 8:11 AM2h13Southampton10:24 AMChippenham$561One-way0 transfers
- 7:23 AM1h48Southampton9:11 AMChippenham$441One-way0 transfers
- 8:11 AM2h13Southampton10:24 AMChippenham$561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton to Chippenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Chippenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Chippenham:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Chippenham costing on average $44 (€36).
Other travel options to Chippenham take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 11m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (1h 31m by train vs 1h 36m by car). Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $22 (€18) 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.
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.
Compare prices and tickets Southampton to Chippenham by train or bus
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country, South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Chippenham.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country, South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Chippenham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Chippenham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Chippenham
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Trains from Southampton to Chippenham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Southampton to Chippenham trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Southampton and Chippenham from $19 (€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 Southampton to Chippenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Chippenham 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 Chippenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Chippenham
Most Southampton to Chippenham trains use the Southampton Central to Chippenham station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Chippenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Chippenham 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.
Which Chippenham station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Chippenham from Chippenham city centre
Chippenham train station facilities and services
Chippenham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chippenham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chippenham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chippenham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chippenham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chippenham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A station – This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform. Step free access available to both platforms via lifts from the main station entrance and disused platform. Station is accessible if arriving at the station main entrance and not from the north, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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