4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Bath
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Bath will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 4 trains that leave Southampton for Bath on Sun, Dec 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. 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 train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €15.
Distance: 85 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m 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 Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Bath trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G04888 | On time 8:09 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h32 | 9:41 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G06191 | On time 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h36 | 10:06 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G04890 | On time 9:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h27 | 10:37 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 L52068 · L48138+V36651 | On time 9:37 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 11:26 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2 transfers | |
| G04894 | On time 11:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h27 | 12:37 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Bath
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton to Bath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 85 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 85 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 05:14 |
Last train 22:38 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western from Southampton to Bath trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Southampton and Bath from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Southampton to Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Southampton Central, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bath Spa, located 0.1 miles (133 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Bath
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton: Stop in Bullard Road adjacent to Station Hotel. To Fareham: Bullard Road Gyratory (A3035) Bus Shelter
WifiParkingLost and Found Office- Car Park: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From Totton / Romsey: Bus Stop outside of Station on sliproad from Waterloo Road to Mountbatten Way (A33) To Southampton: Mountbatten Way (A33) Bus Stop by Lakelands Drive
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Totton / Romsey: Redbridge Roundabout Bus Stop (Southampton side of Roundabout on A33 slip road) To Southampton: Redbridge School Bus Stop (Southampton side of Roundabout on A33 slip road)
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on A36 Lower Bristol Road
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