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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum with fine art, local history, and the renowned Pre-Raphaelite collection in a landmark civic building.
We are not able to find a train between these two places.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$66 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Birmingham:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Birmingham costing on average $66 (€54).
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 48m.
Tickets start at around $66 (€54) compared to roughly $61 (€50) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.06 (€-4.16). The journey takes 3h 6m versus 2h 47m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G00850 | 6:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h36 | 8:51 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00850+ L38424 | 6:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h51 | 9:06 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1 transfer | |
L78748+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W33743+ G66943 | 6:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h45 | 11:15 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
L78748 · L81951+ Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+ W33743 | 6:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h45 | 11:15 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4 transfers | |
L80484 · L84535+ Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+ S12816 | 7:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h38 | 11:38 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4 transfers | |
L80484 · L84535+ Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+ S12816 | 7:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h44 | 11:44 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4 transfers | |
L80219+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W33402 | 1:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h48 | 4:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
L80219 · L82577+ Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+ W33410 | 1:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h27 | 4:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
L80219+ W33402+ G27754 | 1:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h48 | 4:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G00881+ L38157 | 1:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h50 | 4:05 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1 transfer | |
G00881 | 1:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h36 | 3:51 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00886 | 2:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h36 | 4:51 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00896 | 4:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h36 | 6:51 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00896+ C29724 | 4:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h50 | 7:05 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1 transfer | |
L80117+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ S12799+ G00983 | On time 4:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h08 | 8:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
L80117+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ S12799 · S12771 | On time 4:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h14 | 8:44 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
L80259+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W33440 | 5:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h48 | 8:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
L80259 · L82705+ Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+ W33440 | 5:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h48 | 8:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Southampton to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€13) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 11:11 PM |
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Discover the best of Birmingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birmingham trip today.
Major city museum with fine art, local history, and the renowned Pre-Raphaelite collection in a landmark civic building.
Family-friendly science museum with interactive galleries, industrial heritage displays, and a planetarium at Millennium Point.
Leading contemporary art gallery in Brindleyplace, known for ambitious exhibitions in a restored neo-gothic school building.
Historic district of workshops, heritage buildings, independent businesses, and creative spaces, ideal for walking and photography.
Picturesque canal junction that has become a popular social-media backdrop, especially at sunset and in the evening.
Canalside mixed-use area with modern architecture, waterside walks, and easy access to major cultural attractions.
Birmingham’s signature curry, cooked and served in a thin pressed-steel balti bowl. It reflects the city’s strong South Asian culinary heritage, especially around the Balti Triangle.
A Black Country classic of seasoned meatballs traditionally served with peas and gravy. It is closely associated with the industrial Midlands and local pub cooking.
A crunchy pub snack made from roasted pork rind, strongly linked with the Black Country near Birmingham. It is a staple with beer in traditional pubs.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant serving modern Indian cuisine with refined tasting menus. Elegant atmosphere and one of Birmingham’s best-known destination restaurants.
Well-known modern restaurant offering creative tasting menus in a dark, stylish setting. Popular for inventive cooking and a special-occasion experience.
Established city-centre seafood restaurant known for oysters, British fish dishes, and a polished but relaxed brasserie feel.
Moderate for UK city travel. Budget eats are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service charge may be added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up in taxis. No tip is expected for counter service, though small change is appreciated.
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Birmingham New Street, Birmingham -> Birmingham City Centre, Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Birmingham 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Southampton to Birmingham trains use the Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Sholing is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Sholing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Sholing.
Wi-Fi is available at Sholing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sholing: Parking.
Available at Sholing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sholing: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains to Fareham) using a long ramp (40m) at approx 1:10 gradient (up to 1:7 in places). There is no step-free access to Platform 1 (towards Southampton, which is accessed via a stepped footbridge only). 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
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 storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
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