The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 3 trains that leave Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Thu, Jul 02, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 28 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.
7:03 AM2h15Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)9:18 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$341One-way0 transfers
10:23 AM2h28Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)12:51 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$651One-way0 transfers
8:23 AM2h28Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)10:51 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$801One-way0 transfers
7:03 AM2h15Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)9:18 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$341One-way0 transfers
10:23 AM2h28Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)12:51 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$651One-way0 transfers
8:23 AM2h28Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)10:51 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$801One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$65 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m 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 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average $65 (€53).
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 34m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (2h 28m by train vs 2h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $65 (€53) compared to roughly $58 (€48) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:03 AM Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 2h15 | 9:18 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:23 AM Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 2h28 | 10:51 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:23 AM Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 2h28 | 12:51 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 5:23 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $14 (€12). 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 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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