Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) train with Great Western Railway

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  • South Western RailwayL84238 · L80061+Great Western RailwayG15220
    10:371h52
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    12:29Bath Spa (BTH)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • South Western RailwayL84209 · L80059+Great Western RailwayG15217
    8:371h53
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    10:30Bath Spa (BTH)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34999
    13:111h25
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    14:36Bath Spa (BTH)
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15018
    16:111h28
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    17:39Bath Spa (BTH)
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15016
    15:111h26
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    16:37Bath Spa (BTH)
    £401One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train, coach and ferry for Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH)

The cheapest option from Southampton Central to Bath Spa is train, with an average price of £21. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central to Bath Spa among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 84 km

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£37

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£30

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£21

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2h 3m

Average total duration

1h 33m

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3h 43m

Average total duration

3h 13m

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1h 40m

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40m

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Live departures

Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) train times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW3499913:11 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h25
14:36 Bath Spa (BTH)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00879+Great Western RailwayG14963
On time
13:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h08
15:23 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15014
On time
14:11 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h25
15:36 Bath Spa (BTH)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00887+Great Western RailwayW34706
On time
14:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h04
16:19 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15016
On time
15:11 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h26
16:37 Bath Spa (BTH)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00891+Great Western RailwayW34712
On time
15:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h03
17:18 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15018
On time
16:11 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h28
17:39 Bath Spa (BTH)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00895+Great Western RailwayW34719
On time
16:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h06
18:21 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15020
On time
17:11 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h25
18:36 Bath Spa (BTH)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00901+Great Western RailwayW34726
On time
17:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h06
19:21 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15021
On time
18:10 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h26
19:36 Bath Spa (BTH)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00912+Great Western RailwayW34732
On time
18:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h06
20:21 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15023
On time
19:11 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h27
20:38 Bath Spa (BTH)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00918+Great Western RailwayW34737
On time
19:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h06
21:21 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW35041
On time
20:11 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h25
21:36 Bath Spa (BTH)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00925+Great Western RailwayG14971
On time
20:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h07
22:22 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15026
On time
21:11 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h25
22:36 Bath Spa (BTH)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15384 · GW125000
On time
22:22 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h18
0:40 Bath Spa (BTH)
1 change
Friday 3 July
Great Western RailwayC481245:33 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h36
7:09 Bath Spa (BTH)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14951+CrossCountryG008496:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h04
8:19 Bath Spa (BTH)1 change
Great Western RailwayG150026:47 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h40
8:27 Bath Spa (BTH)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00851+Great Western RailwayG149537:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h03
9:18 Bath Spa (BTH)1 change
Great Western RailwayG150048:10 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h29
9:39 Bath Spa (BTH)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG155198:23 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h46
10:09 Bath Spa (BTH)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84209 · L80059+Great Western RailwayG152178:37 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h53
10:30 Bath Spa (BTH)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG150059:11 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h27
10:38 Bath Spa (BTH)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00858+Great Western RailwayW346809:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h03
11:18 Bath Spa (BTH)1 change
Great Western RailwayG1500710:11 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h25
11:36 Bath Spa (BTH)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00861+Great Western RailwayW3468610:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h03
12:18 Bath Spa (BTH)1 change
South Western RailwayL84238 · L80061+Great Western RailwayG1522010:37 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h52
12:29 Bath Spa (BTH)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG1500911:10 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h26
12:36 Bath Spa (BTH)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00866+Great Western RailwayG1495911:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h09
13:24 Bath Spa (BTH)1 change
Great Western RailwayG1501112:11 Southampton Central (SOU)
1h27
13:38 Bath Spa (BTH)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14961+CrossCountryG0087512:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
2h05
14:20 Bath Spa (BTH)1 change

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Great Western Railway as well as South Western Railway or CrossCountry offer trains services from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH).
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH)

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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Southampton Central to Bath Spa, including 4 direct trains, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 25m.

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
84 km
Average train duration
1h 33m
Lowest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 25m
First train
4:33
Last train
21:12
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Bath Spa (BTH) from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
£17
Great Western Railway frequency
6 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

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
£15
South Western Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) train

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

FAQs
The train distance from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) is 84 km.
The first train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) leaves at 4:33.
The last train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) departs at 21:12.
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH).
Yes, there is a direct train between Southampton Central (SOU) and Bath Spa (BTH). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway.
To get from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH), you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and ferry.
There is no night train service from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH).
Booking trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Southampton Central to Bath Spa offers a scenic route with views of the rolling countryside, picturesque towns, and charming rural landscapes in the south of England.
Yes, you can take the train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Bath Spa (BTH)

Most Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) trains use the Southampton Central to Bath Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and Bath Spa (BTH) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Southampton
Arrival train stations in Bath
Southampton CentralSouthampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL+44 345 600 0650WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre

BusX4, X5 · 5m · £2 · every ~20 min

Southampton Central train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

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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