Southampton to Bridgend train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Bridgend

Showing times and prices for 03 Dec

Cheapest price

£69

Average price

£69

Fastest journey

3 h 28 m

Average duration

3 h 28 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

166 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Bridgend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Southampton to Bridgend will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton for Bridgend every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 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.

Great Western Rail
04:333h28
Southampton
08:01Bridgend
£691One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Southampton to Bridgend train times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Bridgend trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 06:06
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western04:33 Southampton
3h28
08:01 Bridgend0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Southampton to Bridgend

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Trains from Southampton to Bridgend run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 3h 2m.

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
166 km
Average train duration
2h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£68
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 2m
First train
04:11
Last train
19:53
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 Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Southampton to Bridgend trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Southampton and Bridgend from £68. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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
3h 2m
Cheapest Price
£68
Great Western Rail frequency
3 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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
£174
Cross Country frequency
12 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£101
first_great_western frequency
13 a day

FAQs: Southampton to Bridgend train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Bridgend 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 Bridgend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
A visit to Bridgend can be comfortably enjoyed over two to three days, allowing time to explore local attractions such as Bryngarw Country Park, the town centre, and nearby coastal areas like Porthcawl.
The train journey from Southampton to Bridgend offers a mix of scenic views, with stretches of countryside and coastal landscapes, particularly as you pass through areas like the Severn Estuary.
Booking trains from Southampton to Bridgend in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Southampton to Bridgend can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £68, while the average price tends to be around £89.
The train journey from Southampton to Bridgend covers a distance of 166 km and takes approximately 3h 2m. Trains run 4 per day.
To travel from Southampton to Bridgend, you can take a train.
The train station in Southampton that goes to Bridgend is Southampton Central (SOU), and it arrives at Bridgend station (BGN).
The first train from Southampton to Bridgend leaves at 4:11.
Trains from Southampton to Bridgend run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southampton to Bridgend.
Yes, you can take the train from Southampton to Bridgend.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Southampton to Bridgend.
A day trip from Southampton to Bridgend is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 2m. There are 4 train trips per day.
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Bridgend is by train, costing approximately £68.
The train distance from Southampton to Bridgend is 166 km.
The last train from Southampton to Bridgend departs at 19:53.
There is no night train service from Southampton to Bridgend.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Bridgend

Southampton
Bridgend
The major train station for departures in Southampton is Southampton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Central for your trip from Southampton to Bridgend.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
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 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 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
Public transport options for Southampton Central
  • 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)

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