The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Bristol
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Bristol will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 7 trains that leave Southampton for Bristol every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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.
1890515:101h09Ávila station16:19Salamanca station£121One-way0 changes
1890312:391h14Ávila station13:53Salamanca station£121One-way0 changes
1891319:391h10Ávila station20:49Salamanca station£121One-way0 changes
1890717:111h17Ávila station18:28Salamanca station£121One-way0 changes
1890921:151h10Ávila station22:25Salamanca station£121One-way0 changes
1891122:381h06Ávila station23:44Salamanca station£121One-way0 changes
1890515:101h09Ávila station16:19Salamanca station£121One-way0 changes
1891319:391h10Ávila station20:49Salamanca station£121One-way0 changes
1890921:151h10Ávila station22:25Salamanca station£121One-way0 changes
1890312:391h14Ávila station13:53Salamanca station£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Southampton to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£12 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Thursday 21 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18901 | On time 9:09 Ávila station | 1h31 | 10:40 Salamanca station | 0 changesdirect | |
18903 | On time 12:39 Ávila station | 1h14 | 13:53 Salamanca station | 0 changesdirect | |
18905 | On time 15:10 Ávila station | 1h09 | 16:19 Salamanca station | 0 changesdirect | |
18907 | On time 17:11 Ávila station | 1h17 | 18:28 Salamanca station | 0 changesdirect | |
18913 | On time 19:39 Ávila station | 1h10 | 20:49 Salamanca station | 0 changesdirect | |
18909 | On time 21:15 Ávila station | 1h10 | 22:25 Salamanca station | 0 changesdirect | |
18911 | On time 22:38 Ávila station | 1h06 | 23:44 Salamanca station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Southampton to Bristol by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Bristol
Trains from Southampton to Bristol run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 22:38 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros from Southampton to Bristol trainsRenfe MD, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Southampton and Bristol from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Southampton to Bristol
Great Western Railway operates direct trains from Southampton to Bristol. Their schedule begins with an early morning departure, followed by at least one train every hour until the final connection just after 9:00 p.m. Additional indirect routes are possible, using CrossCountry trains from Southampton to connect with Great Western Railway services from Reading. The fastest journey times are around one hour and 40 minutes. On Sundays trains from Southampton to Bristol are less frequent, with a later first departure and an earlier final service. Trains leave from Southampton Central, close to the town centre, and arrive at Bristol Temple Meads Station, on the southern side of the city.
FAQs: Southampton to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Bristol
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Paseo de la Estación.
- El Alquimista
- Restaurante Isidro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.60
- Hotel Alameda Palace
- Gran Hotel Corona Sol
- Hotel Castellano Centro
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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