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Compare bus and train for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €115.
Distance: 171 miles (276 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€144 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA):
A bus is €117 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) costing on average €144.
Other travel options to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 48m.
Tickets start at around €144 compared to roughly €62 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-81.98. The journey takes 4h 3m versus 3h 30m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) by bus or train
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Why should you book Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €115 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 171 miles (276 km) distance in 4h 47m.
Distance 171 miles (276 km) |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €115 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 47m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 8:48 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) from €23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
Avanti West Coast
TransPennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) 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 Airport Parkway (SOA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: 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 some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: No.
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