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Southampton to Port Talbot train prices and times

Planning a journey from Southampton to Port Talbot? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 26.36, with average prices for this route around NZD 271.72. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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05:23
3h 50m, No direct
Southampton Airport Parkway
09:13
Port Talbot Parkway
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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05:33
3h 40m, No direct
Southampton Central
09:13
Port Talbot Parkway
Great Western Railway
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06:24
3h 45m, No direct
Southampton Airport Parkway
10:09
Port Talbot Parkway
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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06:47
3h 51m, No direct
Southampton Central
10:38
Port Talbot Parkway
Great Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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06:47
4h 23m, No direct
Southampton Central
11:10
Port Talbot Parkway
Great Western Railway
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07:08
3h 1m, No direct
Southampton Airport Parkway
10:09
Paris
South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
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Southampton to Port Talbot train route details

First train
First train
05:23
Last train
Last train
23:08
Departure station
Departure station
Southampton
Arrival station
Arrival station
Port Talbot
Journey time
Journey time
2h 45m
Distance
Distance
182 km
Price
Price
NZD 26.36*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton to Port Talbot

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Southampton to Port Talbot. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southampton to Port Talbot for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Southampton to Port Talbot, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Southampton to Port Talbot ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Southampton to Port Talbot more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.