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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Southampton
Showing times and prices for 04 Feb
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
85 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Southampton will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $14.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Bath for Southampton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
09:03PM1h28
Bath10:31PMSouthampton
$141One-way
0 changes
09:35AM1h27
Bath11:02AMSouthampton
$361One-way
0 changes
06:35AM1h28
Bath08:03AMSouthampton
$371One-way
0 changes
04:16AM1h31
Bath05:47AMSouthampton
$371One-way
0 changes
09:35AM1h27
Bath11:02AMSouthampton
$361One-way
0 changes
06:35AM1h28
Bath08:03AMSouthampton
$371One-way
0 changes
09:03PM1h28
Bath10:31PMSouthampton
$141One-way
0 changes
04:16AM1h31
Bath05:47AMSouthampton
$371One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bath to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. 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 coach costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 85 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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$40 Average Price | $31 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bath to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Southampton trains for today, Tuesday, 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:40 am
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 2:35 pm Bath | 1h27 | 4:02 pm Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday, 4 February | |||||
| 4:16 am Bath | 1h31 | 5:47 am Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:35 am Bath | 1h28 | 8:03 am Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:35 am Bath | 1h27 | 11:02 am Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bath to Southampton?
The best time to book your train from Bath to Southampton is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bath to Southampton route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bath 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 Bath to Southampton.
Trains
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Overview: Train from Bath to Southampton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bath to Southampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 85 km distance in 1h 27m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 85 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 04:47 |
Last train 22:30 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bath to Southampton trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bath and Southampton from $14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 27m
Cheapest Price
$14
Great Western Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
$81
first_great_western frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Bath to Southampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Southampton 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Bath to Southampton can start from as little as $14 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bath to Southampton is $40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Bath to Southampton is 1h 27m to travel the 85 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Bath to Southampton leaves at 4:47 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Bath to Southampton leaves at 10:30 pm.
Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day from Bath to Southampton with Great Western Rail, first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Bath to Southampton, you can count on Great Western Rail, first_great_western for the best way to get you to Southampton. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bath and Southampton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Southampton from Bath is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 27m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bath to Southampton is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bath and Southampton including taking a train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bath and Southampton
Bath
Southampton
The major train station for departures in Bath is Bath Spa. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bath Spa for your trip from Bath to Southampton.
Bath Spa
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Taxis
- 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
Accessibility
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
Public transport options for Bath Spa
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Oldfield Park
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Oldfield Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on A36 Lower Bristol Road
The major train station for arrivals in Southampton is Southampton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Central for your journey to Southampton from Bath.
Southampton Central
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
- Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transport 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)
Southampton Airport Parkway
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport 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)
Woolston
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 11:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Woolston
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Bridge Road Bus Stops at bottom of Garton Road. Terminating Journeys: Station Forecourt, Garton Road
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