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

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Southampton start from £35. The average price for this train route is around £167. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Southampton?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Southampton is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 178 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 7m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Southampton route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Manchester to Southampton departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 19:25.

Train Manchester to Southampton from £33

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Southampton on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m	11:35	Southampton Airport Parkway	Cheapest
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m	11:35	Southampton Airport Parkway	Fastest
Train	08:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 11m	12:36	Southampton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	08:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 11m	12:36	Southampton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	15:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m	19:35	Southampton Airport Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Southampton on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m	11:35	Southampton Airport Parkway	Cheapest
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m	11:35	Southampton Airport Parkway	Fastest
Train	08:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 12m	12:37	Southampton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	08:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 12m	12:37	Southampton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	15:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m	19:35	Southampton Airport Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Southampton on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m	11:35	Southampton Airport Parkway	Cheapest
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m	11:35	Southampton Airport Parkway	Fastest
Train	08:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 12m	12:37	Southampton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	08:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 12m	12:37	Southampton Airport Parkway	No tags
Train	15:25	Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m	19:35	Southampton Airport Parkway	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Southampton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 10mAverage duration

181 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£18 - £22	Average duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£35 - £415	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£37 - £37	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Manchester and Southampton?

Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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Southampton

A
Southampton Airport
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Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £35

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Southampton 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 Manchester to Southampton?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Southampton start from £35. The average price for this train route is around £167. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Southampton?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Southampton is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 178 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 7m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Southampton route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Southampton?
The earliest train from Manchester to Southampton departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 19:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£48

10/12

£48

Today

£103

12/12

£48

13/12

£48

14/12

£34

15/12

£48

16/12

£38

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Southampton was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £34

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

You can expect to pay from £34 to £223 for a train ticket from Manchester to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £34, which is on 2025-12-14.