Southampton to Bridgwater train with Great Western Rail

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Compare train and coach for Southampton to Bridgwater

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Bridgwater among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £51, and a coach costs an average of £58.

Distance: 115 km

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£51

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£58

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2h 18m

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Why should you book Southampton to Bridgwater trains with Omio?

Great Western Rail as well as first_great_western offer trains services from Southampton to Bridgwater.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Southampton to Bridgwater.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Bridgwater.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Southampton to Bridgwater.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Bridgwater.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Southampton to Bridgwater

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Trains from Southampton to Bridgwater run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 3h 44m.

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
115 km
Average train duration
2h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£51
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 44m
First train
05:15
Last train
23:58
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, first_great_western from Southampton to Bridgwater trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Southampton and Bridgwater from £51. 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 44m
Cheapest Price
£51
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

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
£101
first_great_western frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Southampton to Bridgwater train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Southampton to Bridgwater can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £51.
The train journey from Southampton to Bridgwater covers a distance of 115 km and takes approximately 3h 44m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Southampton to Bridgwater is 115 km.
The first train from Southampton to Bridgwater leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Southampton to Bridgwater departs at 23:58.
Trains from Southampton to Bridgwater run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southampton to Bridgwater.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Southampton to Bridgwater.
To get from Southampton to Bridgwater, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Southampton to Bridgwater.
The train station in Southampton that goes to Bridgwater is Southampton Central (SOU), and it arrives at Bridgwater station (BWT).
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Bridgwater is by train, costing approximately £51.
Booking trains from Southampton 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 Southampton to Bridgwater offers a mix of scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque countryside of Somerset, with glimpses of rolling hills and rural landscapes.
A day trip from Southampton to Bridgwater is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 44m. However, there are 4 train services available per day covering a distance of 115 km.
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 Southampton to Bridgwater.

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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Bridgwater

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Bridgwater
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 Bridgwater.
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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