How much does a train ticket cost from Southampton to Bath?

The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Bath start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £38. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Southampton to Bath?

The average train journey time from Southampton to Bath is 1h 28m, covering a distance of 53 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 25m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Southampton to Bath route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Southampton to Bath?

The earliest train from Southampton to Bath departs at 08:09. And the latest train departs at 22:22.

Train Southampton to Bath from £23

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Southampton to Bath on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:23	Southampton Central	1h 46m	10:09	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	09:11	Southampton Central	1h 27m	10:38	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	15:11	Southampton Central	1h 26m	16:37	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	16:09	Southampton Central	1h 30m	17:39	Bath Spa	No tags
Train	17:11	Southampton Central	1h 25m	18:36	Bath Spa	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Southampton to Bath

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bath. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

53 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£13 - £64	Average duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£24 - £209	Average duration1h 28m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£14 - £14	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £24

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Southampton to Bath by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Southampton to Bath?
The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Bath start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £38. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Southampton to Bath?
The average train journey time from Southampton to Bath is 1h 28m, covering a distance of 53 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 25m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Southampton to Bath route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Southampton to Bath?
The earliest train from Southampton to Bath departs at 08:09. And the latest train departs at 22:22.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

30/11

£23

01/12

£40

Today

£23

03/12

£24

04/12

£23

05/12

£23

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No data

07/12

£23

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Bath was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Southampton to Bath as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £23 to £203 for a train ticket from Southampton to Bath based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £23, which is on 2025-12-05.