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Compare coach and train for Portsmouth to Bridgwater
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Bridgwater among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 139 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£63 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Bridgwater
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Trains from Portsmouth to Bridgwater run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 4h 15m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 22:57 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Portsmouth to Bridgwater trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Portsmouth and Bridgwater from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 51m
Cheapest Price
£113
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Portsmouth to Bridgwater train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Portsmouth to Bridgwater can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £59, while the average price tends to be around £63.
The train journey from Portsmouth to Bridgwater covers a distance of 139 km and takes approximately 4h 15m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Portsmouth to Bridgwater is 139 km.
The first train from Portsmouth to Bridgwater leaves at 4:30.
The last train from Portsmouth to Bridgwater departs at 22:57.
Trains from Portsmouth to Bridgwater run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Portsmouth to Bridgwater.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Portsmouth to Bridgwater.
To get from Portsmouth to Bridgwater, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Portsmouth to Bridgwater.
The train station in Portsmouth that goes to Bridgwater is Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS), and it arrives at Bridgwater station (BWT).
The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Bridgwater is by coach, costing approximately £39.
Booking trains from Portsmouth to Bridgwater in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Portsmouth to Bridgwater offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the lush countryside and the South Downs National Park, providing glimpses of rolling hills and picturesque landscapes.
A day trip from Portsmouth to Bridgwater is not feasible as the travel duration is 4h 15m. However, there are 4 trains per day connecting these locations.
Two to three days in Bridgwater is typically sufficient to explore its historic sites, enjoy local events, and experience the surrounding Somerset countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Portsmouth to Bridgwater.
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Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Bridgwater
Portsmouth
Bridgwater
The major train station for departures in Portsmouth is Portsmouth & Southsea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth & Southsea for your trip from Portsmouth to Bridgwater.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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 Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; 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: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth & Southsea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Portsmouth Harbour
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
The major train station for arrivals in Bridgwater is Bridgwater. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bridgwater for your journey to Bridgwater from Portsmouth.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 14:15 Saturday 06:30 - 14:15 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bridgwater
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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