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Compare train and coach for Southampton Central (SOU) to Bradford Interchange (BDI)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £79.
Distance: 321 km
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4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h00 | 12:15 Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bradford Interchange (BDI)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 07:15. The fastest train covers the 321 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 321 km |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 07:15 |
Last train 07:15 |
Train companies: LNER, Cross Country from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) trainsLNER, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Bradford Interchange (BDI) from £22. 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 Bradford Interchange (BDI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) 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 Bradford Interchange (BDI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Bradford Interchange (BDI)
- 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)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail.
- Accessible public telephones: in the interchange
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets and accessible toilets are available at the bus and coach Interchange next to the rail station.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at parcels bay adjacent to Platform 1, through the red gate.


