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Compare train for Bridgend to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £61 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £61, while a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 166 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£76 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Bridgend to Southampton is a coach with an average price of £61.
This is compared to other travel options from Bridgend to Southampton:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bridgend to Southampton costing on average £76.
The fastest way to travel from Bridgend to Southampton is by train with an average journey time of 3h 24m.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 18m.
Yes, you can take a train between Bridgend and Southampton.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £76 compared to roughly £35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£40. The journey takes 2h 54m versus 2h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get to Southampton from Bridgend by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Bridgend to Southampton is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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6:583h06Bridgend10:04Southampton£1061One-way1 change
Cheapest
- 6:583h06Bridgend10:04Southampton£1061One-way1 change
Fastest
- 6:012h41Bridgend8:42Southampton£1641One-way1 change
Other options
- 8:553h07Bridgend12:02Southampton£1061One-way1 change
- 15:543h08Bridgend19:02Southampton£1061One-way1 change
- 17:543h09Bridgend21:03Southampton£1061One-way1 change
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FAQs: Bridgend to Southampton
Travel to Southampton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bridgend to Southampton.
You can travel between Bridgend and Southampton by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bridgend to Southampton is a coach with an average price of £61.
This is compared to other travel options from Bridgend to Southampton:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bridgend to Southampton costing on average £76.
The fastest way to travel from Bridgend to Southampton is by train with an average journey time of 3h 24m.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 18m.
The Bridgend to Southampton distance is approximately 166 km.
The average frequency per day from Bridgend to Southampton is:
- Around 11 coaches per day.
- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bridgend and Southampton as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bridgend to Southampton:
- Trains mostly depart from Bridgend station (BGN) and arrive in Southampton Central (SOU).
- Coaches mostly depart from Bridgend, Sarn Odeon and arrive in Southampton, Coach Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bridgend to Southampton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Great Western Railway to go to Southampton by train.
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Southampton by coach.
Omio customers who travel from Bridgend to Southampton often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Heathrow Airport, Paris, Edinburgh, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Southampton and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Bridgend to Southampton, you can take a train.
In Southampton, you can explore the New Forest National Park for hiking and cycling, take the Hythe Ferry for a scenic trip to Hythe, and enjoy shopping at Westquay Shopping Centre. Visit the Ocean Village Marina for dining and leisure activities, or relax at Southampton Common. Discover the city's history at the Tudor House and Garden, SeaCity Museum, and Solent Sky Museum. Art enthusiasts can visit the Southampton City Art Gallery, while theatre lovers can catch performances at the Mayflower Theatre.
For a well-rounded experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Southampton allows you to explore key attractions such as the SeaCity Museum, Tudor House and Garden, and the vibrant waterfront.
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