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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Wales
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
5 h 29 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Wales will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton for Wales 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 271 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 29 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.
9:255h29Southampton14:54Wales£511One-way0 changes
- 9:255h29Southampton14:54Wales£511One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Southampton to Wales
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £69.
Distance: 271 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£80 Average Price | £112 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton to Wales train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Wales trains for tomorrow, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:25 Southampton | 5h29 | 14:54 Wales | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Wales
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Trains from Southampton to Wales run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 15:15. The fastest train covers the 271 km distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 271 km |
Average train duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 6:15 |
Last train 15:15 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Southampton to Wales trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Southampton and Wales from £32. 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 to Wales train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Wales 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 Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Wales
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- 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)
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
- Taxi: Yes
- 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 some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; 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
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
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