Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Showing times and prices for 08 Jan

Cheapest price

£70

Average price

£76

Fastest journey

1 h 43 m

Average duration

1 h 46 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

104 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.

Fast trains

To travel from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) you need to make at least one change.

First Great Western Service
21:212h10
Bristol Parkway (BPW)
23:31Southampton Central (SOU)
£701One-way
0 changes
First Great Western Service
07:342h30
Bristol Parkway (BPW)
10:04Southampton Central (SOU)
£771One-way
1 change
First Great Western Service
12:462h17
Bristol Parkway (BPW)
15:03Southampton Central (SOU)
£771One-way
1 change
First Great Western Service
20:472h19
Bristol Parkway (BPW)
23:06Southampton Central (SOU)
£771One-way
1 change
First Great Western Service
23:477h00
Bristol Parkway (BPW)
06:47Southampton Central (SOU)
£771One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £7.

Distance: 104 km

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Coach

£26

Average Price

£22

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 17m

Average total duration

6h 47m

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30m

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Live departures

Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 8 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 21:25
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
first_great_western06:59 Bristol Parkway (BPW)
1h43
08:42 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
first_great_western07:02 Bristol Parkway (BPW)
2h00
09:02 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
first_great_western07:29 Bristol Parkway (BPW)
2h14
09:43 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
first_great_western07:34 Bristol Parkway (BPW)
2h30
10:04 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
Cross Country08:55 Bristol Parkway (BPW)
2h08
11:03 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU)

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Trains from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 07:46, the last at 13:48. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 2h 5m.

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
104 km
Average train duration
1h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
2h 5m
First train
07:46
Last train
13:48
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, Cross Country, first_great_western from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol Parkway (BPW) and Southampton Central (SOU) from £7. 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
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
£7
Great Western Rail frequency
9 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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
£86
Cross Country frequency
8 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 43m
Cheapest Price
£70
first_great_western frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cheapest way to get from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) is by train, costing approximately £7.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £26.
A day trip from Bristol Parkway to Southampton Central is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 5m. However, there are 12 trains per day covering the 104 km route.
The train distance from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) is 104 km.
The last train from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) departs at 13:48.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bristol Parkway (BPW) and Southampton Central (SOU). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by first_great_western.
The train journey from Bristol Parkway to Southampton Central offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of the English countryside, passing through areas like Bath and the outskirts of the New Forest, providing a pleasant visual experience.
There is no night train service from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU).
Booking trains from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) covers a distance of 104 km and takes approximately 2h 5m. Trains run 12 per day.
The first train from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 7:46.
Trains from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU) run approximately 12 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU).
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU).
To get from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Southampton Central (SOU), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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