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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Temple Meads (BRI) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Southampton Central (SOU) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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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Compare train and coach for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £19, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 101 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£23 Average Price | £24 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Tuesday 20 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P22721 | On time 08:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h44 | 10:05 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
P22586+ C75241 | On time 08:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h12 | 10:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| P22723 | On time 09:23 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h40 | 11:03 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P29618+C72472 | On time 09:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h13 | 11:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| P22725 | On time 10:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h41 | 12:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P29624+C72475 | On time 10:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h17 | 12:47 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Southampton Central (SOU)
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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 101 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 20:45 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Southampton Central (SOU) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Southampton Central (SOU)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- 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
- 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)
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