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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Bristol
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
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 £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
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£111One-way0 changes- 1891122:381h06Ávila station23:44Salamanca station£111One-way0 changes
- 1890717:111h17Ávila station18:28Salamanca station£111One-way0 changes
- 1890312:391h14Ávila station13:53Salamanca station£111One-way0 changes
- 1891319:391h10Ávila station20:49Salamanca station£111One-way0 changes
- 1891122:381h06Ávila station23:44Salamanca station£111One-way0 changes
- 1890515:101h09Ávila station16:19Salamanca station£111One-way0 changes
- 1891319:391h10Ávila station20:49Salamanca station£111One-way0 changes
- 1890921:151h10Ávila station22:25Salamanca station£111One-way0 changes
- 1890312:391h14Ávila station13:53Salamanca station£111One-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 | £10 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 |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
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 today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18907 | Delayed 15:16 17:11Ávila station | 1h17 | 16:33 16:33Salamanca 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 | 22:38 Ávila station | 1h06 | 23:44 Salamanca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 6 July | |||||
| 18901 | On time 9:09 Ávila station | 1h31 | 10:40 Salamanca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18903 | 12:39 Ávila station | 1h14 | 13:53 Salamanca station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18905 | 15:10 Ávila station | 1h09 | 16:19 Salamanca station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Bristol
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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 |
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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
Most Southampton to Bristol trains use the Avila to Salamanca station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Bristol leave from?
Getting to Avila from Ávila city centre
Avila is 1 km from Ávila city centre. Public transport options include:
Avila train station facilities and services
Avila has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Avila.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Avila.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Avila. Information desks are available at Avila.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Avila: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Avila.
Which Bristol station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Salamanca from Salamanca city centre
Salamanca train station facilities and services
Salamanca has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: El Alquimista, Restaurante Isidro
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salamanca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salamanca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salamanca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salamanca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salamanca: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alameda Palace, Gran Hotel Corona Sol, Hotel Castellano Centro.
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