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

The average train ticket price from Southampton to Birmingham is $164. The best way to find train tickets from Southampton to Birmingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Southampton to Birmingham?

A train trip between Southampton and Birmingham is around 2h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 26m. This is the time it takes to travel the 111 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Southampton and Birmingham?

The number of trains from Southampton to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Southampton to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

Once in Birmingham, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Spa, The National Sea Life, Twycross Zoo, City Canal Tour, Gas Street Basin.

Trains from Southampton to Birmingham | CrossCountry

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from $65

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 1 at 8:23am
Departure city: Southampton
Departure location: Southampton Airport Parkway
Arrival time: May 1 at 10:51am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 28m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 1 at 8:23pm
Departure city: Southampton
Departure location: Southampton Airport Parkway
Arrival time: May 1 at 10:49pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 26m
Departure time: May 1 at 8:23am
Departure city: Southampton
Departure location: Southampton Airport Parkway
Arrival time: May 1 at 10:51am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 28m
Departure time: May 1 at 9:23am
Departure city: Southampton
Departure location: Southampton Airport Parkway
Arrival time: May 1 at 11:51am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 28m
Departure time: May 1 at 9:23am
Departure city: Southampton
Departure location: Southampton Airport Parkway
Arrival time: May 1 at 11:51am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 28m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Southampton to Birmingham.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $91	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$30 - $406	Average Duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $28	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Southampton to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Train Southampton to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$164

Average train trip duration2h 28m

Number of daily trains11

Earliest train departure7:15am

Distance111 miles (178 km)

Latest train departure8:23pm

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4/539 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.9

Based on 39 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $30.00

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

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

Best price found

04/29

$72

04/30

$29

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$64

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$73

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$43

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The cheapest trip from Southampton to Birmingham was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $258 for a train ticket from Southampton to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-05-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Southampton to Birmingham is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Birmingham you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Southampton and Birmingham, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Southampton to Birmingham while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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