Manchester to Southampton train

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Southampton

Showing times and prices for May 29

Cheapest

98

Average

105

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
08:55AM4h27
Manchester Piccadilly
01:22PMSouthampton Central
981One-way
2 transfers
Cheapest
09:35AM4h17
Manchester Piccadilly
01:52PMSouthampton Central
981One-way
2 transfers
09:55AM4h27
Manchester Piccadilly
02:22PMSouthampton Central
1101One-way
2 transfers
08:35AM4h16
Manchester Piccadilly
12:51PMSouthampton Central
1101One-way
2 transfers
10:35AM4h14
Manchester Piccadilly
02:49PMSouthampton Central
1101One-way
2 transfers

Train schedule from Manchester to Southampton

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 29
08:35AM4h16
Manchester Piccadilly
12:51PMSouthampton Central
2 transfers
08:55AM4h27
Manchester Piccadilly
01:22PMSouthampton Central
2 transfers
09:15AM4h28
Manchester Piccadilly
01:43PMSouthampton Central
3 transfers
09:35AM4h17
Manchester Piccadilly
01:52PMSouthampton Central
2 transfers
09:55AM4h27
Manchester Piccadilly
02:22PMSouthampton Central
2 transfers
10:35AM4h14
Manchester Piccadilly
02:49PMSouthampton Central
2 transfers

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Fastest train times from Manchester to Southampton

Showing times and prices for May 29

Fastest Journey

4 h 14 m

Average

4 h 20 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

292 km

It's difficult to get from Manchester to Southampton without transferring at least 2 times.

Fastest
10:35AM4h14
Manchester Piccadilly
02:49PMSouthampton Central
1101One-way
2 transfers
08:35AM4h16
Manchester Piccadilly
12:51PMSouthampton Central
1101One-way
2 transfers
09:35AM4h17
Manchester Piccadilly
01:52PMSouthampton Central
981One-way
2 transfers
09:55AM4h27
Manchester Piccadilly
02:22PMSouthampton Central
1101One-way
2 transfers
08:55AM4h27
Manchester Piccadilly
01:22PMSouthampton Central
981One-way
2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Manchester to Southampton

distanceDistance181 miles (292 km)
priceAverage train ticket price$18 (€16)
frequencyTrain frequency8 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 8 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersCross Country or Avanti West Coast

Trains from Manchester to Southampton cover the 181 miles (292 km) long journey taking on average 8 h 2 min with our travel partners like Cross Country or Avanti West Coast. Normally, there are 8 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $1 (€1), but the average price of train tickets is $18 (€16). Travelers depart most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive in Southampton Central.

Train companies: CrossCountry from Manchester to Southampton trains

Find the best route from Manchester to Southampton with Omio's train partners CrossCountry! You'll find the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

CrossCountry

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Manchester and Southampton you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

CrossCountry from Manchester to Southampton train information:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 18 min
  • CrossCountry frequency: 8 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Southampton

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester to Southampton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Southampton.
FAQs
Omio customers have found cheap train tickets to Southampton from Manchester for as low as $1 (€1)  for the next 7 days.
If you’re looking to buy your train tickets in the next week, you can expect the Manchester to Southampton train price to come in at an average of $18 (€16)  one way.
The train distance from Manchester to Southampton is around 181 miles (292 km).
The Manchester to Southampton train duration is on average 8 h 2 min, which is to be expected when traveling 181 mile (292 km) to Southampton from Manchester. However, the time it takes can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays.

When departing from Manchester, you have various train station options to start your route from including Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Airport and Manchester Victoria. When arriving in Southampton, you can end your route in train stations like Southampton Central, Southampton Airport Parkway and Southampton, Town Quay.

Omio customers book a train from Manchester Piccadilly   to Southampton Central   most frequently for this route.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0.6 miles (954 m) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Southampton Central, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city center.

For the route from Manchester to Southampton you can take a train with Cross Country or Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Manchester and Southampton on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The average number of trains departing Manchester for Southampton is 8 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.
You can take the first train from Manchester to Southampton at 5: 11 AM. The last train from Manchester to Southampton that you can take departs at 8: 56 PM. Omio shows you the latest train from Manchester to Southampton schedule to help you book the best departure time for this trip.
In general, we recommend booking tickets for trains in advance to score the best deals from all possible train companies offering this trip and save money. If you purchase train tickets between Manchester and Southampton within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $18 (€16) one way. To find the best prices for this journey, consider booking your train ticket from Manchester to Southampton a few months in advance.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Manchester
Southampton
Manchester Piccadilly is the most popular Manchester railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Manchester for your trip to Southampton.
Manchester PiccadillyWifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibility
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
phone
Phone Number
+44 3457114141
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Manchester AirportWifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibility
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Manchester VictoriaParkingAccessibility
Amenities at station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Public transit options for Manchester Victoria
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
Manchester Oxford RoadParkingAccessibility
Amenities at station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
HomeTrainsTrain Times to SouthamptonManchester to Southampton train

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