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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.
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Southampton will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bristol for Southampton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
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.
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G01032Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Southampton 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 48m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 103 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£36 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Southampton trains for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G15017 | On time 16:22 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h40 | 18:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34510+ G01027 | On time 16:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h12 | 18:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G15019 | On time 17:22 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h41 | 19:03 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14909+ G01032 | On time 17:29 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h13 | 19:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G00723+ W35198+ G01032 | On time 17:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h09 | 19:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
W35025 | On time 18:22 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h42 | 20:04 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34519+ G01035 | On time 18:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h14 | 20:44 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G15022 | On time 19:25 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h39 | 21:04 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34523+ G01043 | On time 19:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h14 | 21:44 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G15025 | On time 20:27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h40 | 22:07 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00928+ W35437+ G01039 | On time 20:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h09 | 22:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
W35045 | On time 21:26 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h41 | 23:07 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15029 | On time 21:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h46 | 23:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bristol to Southampton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 22:38 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Southampton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Southampton trip today.
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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Southampton Central -> Westquay, Southampton
Great Western Railway operates direct trains from Bristol to Southampton starting at just before 6:00 a.m. and continuing until just before 9:30 p.m. Departures are approximately hourly with a journey time of about 45 minutes. The first train leaves later on Sundays.
Departure Station:Trains from Bristol to Southampton depart from the city's Temple Meads Station. This is located 15 minutes walk from the city centre. Temple Meads is an elegant Victorian building with plentiful bicycle stands and a large car park. Taxis and local buses depart from the station forecourt.
Arrival Station:Southampton Central Station is a few minutes walk from the city centre and the port. Services include shuttle buses to the town centre and the port as well as bicycle storage, a car park and two taxi ranks.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

Most Bristol to Southampton trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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: 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.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
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.
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