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SeaCity Museum
Maritime museum telling the story of the Titanic, the docks and ocean travel. One of Southampton’s key visitor attractions.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgwater to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgwater to Southampton will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
On Mon 16 Nov, we found 1 trains from Bridgwater to Southampton, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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.

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Trains from Bridgwater to Southampton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 115 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Bridgwater to Southampton trains for today, Sunday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:37 Bridgwater | 2h26 | 11:03 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:38 Bridgwater | 3h24 | 12:02 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:23 Bridgwater | 2h41 | 13:04 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:27 Bridgwater | 2h36 | 14:03 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:25 Bridgwater | 2h39 | 15:04 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:27 Bridgwater | 2h37 | 16:04 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:42 Bridgwater | 3h21 | 17:03 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:27 Bridgwater | 2h38 | 18:05 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:42 Bridgwater | 2h23 | 18:05 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:26 Bridgwater | 2h35 | 19:01 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:43 Bridgwater | 2h17 | 20:00 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:21 Bridgwater | 2h41 | 21:02 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:43 Bridgwater | 2h19 | 21:02 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:20 Bridgwater | 3h22 | 22:42 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:27 Bridgwater | 2h44 | 23:11 Southampton | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:47 Bridgwater | 2h24 | 23:11 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:21 Bridgwater | 8h26 | 6:47 Southampton | 1 change | |
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Maritime museum telling the story of the Titanic, the docks and ocean travel. One of Southampton’s key visitor attractions.
Historic house museum with period rooms and displays on local history. A rewarding visit in the heart of the old town.
Gallery in the Civic Centre showing art from several periods, including modern British works. Good for a cultural stop in the city centre.
Historic quarter of lanes, walls and vaults near the waterfront. Best for wandering between medieval sites, museums and old pubs.
Large central park popular for walks, events and green space between the civic buildings. A practical and pleasant break from shopping streets.
Waterside promenade with marina views, cafés nearby and links to old town walks. Visit for harbour scenery and a relaxed atmosphere.
A hearty Hampshire stew of beef, onions and root vegetables, slowly cooked. It is a traditional county comfort dish linked to local farmhouse cooking.
Fresh crab from the nearby Solent and south coast, often served simply dressed. It is prized locally for sweet flavour and strong coastal identity.
A classic south coast catch, grilled or fried and served in local pubs and seafood spots. It reflects Southampton’s long maritime food culture.
Lively Oxford Street seafood restaurant serving fish, shellfish and British classics in an established, bustling setting.
Well-known Italian restaurant in Ocean Village with pizzas, pasta and marina views in a relaxed modern setting.
Contemporary fine dining in a polished setting, known for seasonal British tasting menus and carefully presented plates.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels and dining cost less than London, while buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip around 10% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Most Bridgwater to Southampton trains use the Bridgwater to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Bridgwater and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bridgwater has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bridgwater.
Ticket office support is available at Bridgwater.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bridgwater: Parking, WC.
Available at Bridgwater: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgwater: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on station. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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