The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 trains that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Bath Spa (BTH) 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 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £20, and a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 84 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£27 Average Price | £28 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:57 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h28 | 15:25 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:57 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h29 | 19:26 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 17 November | |||||
![]() | 07:23 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h46 | 09:09 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:10 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h26 | 11:36 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 19:11. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 04:15 |
Last train 19:11 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bath Spa (BTH) trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Bath Spa (BTH) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Bath Spa (BTH)
- 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)
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
