4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Southampton
Cheapest price
€85
Average price
€86
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Southampton will cost around €86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €85.
Of the 3 trains that leave Swansea for Southampton on Tue, Nov 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 11 the direct trains cover the 194 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest trains will take 4 h 8 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 Swansea to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €50.
Distance: 194 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€89 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 53m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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
Swansea to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Southampton trains for today, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P08474+ C23546 | On time 5:57 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h46 | 9:43 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| P08475 · P08381 | On time 6:26 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h39 | 10:05 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| P08476 · P08877 · P08383 | On time 6:54 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h09 | 11:03 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P08477 · P08383 | On time 7:18 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h45 | 11:03 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| P08477+C23548 | On time 7:18 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h24 | 10:42 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| P08478+C23552 | On time 7:43 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 4h00 | 11:43 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| P08479 · P08385 | On time 8:21 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h41 | 12:02 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| P08481 · P08387 | On time 9:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h40 | 1:02 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| P08481+C23555 | On time 9:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h25 | 12:47 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| P08483 · P08389 | On time 10:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h42 | 2:04 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| P08483+C23559 | On time 10:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h21 | 1:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| P08485 · P08391 | On time 11:22 AM Swansea station (SWA) | 3h42 | 3:04 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Southampton
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Trains from Swansea to Southampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €50 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 194 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 194 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 03:38 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Swansea to Southampton trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Southampton from €20. 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 Swansea to Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Swansea, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Southampton Central, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swansea to Southampton
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- 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 on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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)
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- 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)
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