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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price on Aug 30
€28
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€64
Fastest journey on Aug 30
2 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
2 h 39 m
Trains on Aug 30
16
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 16 trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU), including 12 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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.
G010294:03 PM2h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€281One-way0 transfers- G010263:03 PM2h41Birmingham New Street (BHM)5:44 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€281One-way0 transfers
- G010232:03 PM2h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)4:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€281One-way0 transfers
- G010346:03 PM2h42Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:45 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€281One-way0 transfers
- G010305:03 PM2h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€281One-way0 transfers
- G010049:03 AM2h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:42 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€1451One-way0 transfers
- G0101512:03 PM2h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€541One-way0 transfers
- G0101111:03 AM2h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€821One-way0 transfers
- G010294:03 PM2h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€281One-way0 transfers
- G010232:03 PM2h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)4:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU):
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average €34.
Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 46m.
Tickets start at around €34 compared to roughly €49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €16. The journey takes 3h 17m versus 2h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01021 | On time 2:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h41 | 4:44 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 W33469+ L80303_L84989+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 2:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h00 | 6:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| G01025 | On time 3:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h40 | 5:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01028 | On time 4:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h40 | 6:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01031 | On time 5:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h40 | 7:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01033 | On time 6:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h40 | 8:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01037 | 7:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h40 | 9:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01038 | 8:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h40 | 10:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01041 | On time 9:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h39 | 11:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80558+W33654+ W32723 | Delayed 10:42 PM 9:21 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h51 | 1:12 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| G01004 | 9:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h39 | 11:42 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01007 | 10:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h41 | 12:44 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01011 | 11:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h39 | 1:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01015 | 12:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h39 | 2:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01019 | 1:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h41 | 3:44 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33342+L78794+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 1:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h13 | 5:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 4:43 AM |
Last train 8:03 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway, Southern, Cross Country from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway, Southern, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Southampton Central (SOU) from €13. 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Southampton Central (SOU) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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.
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