How to travel from Southampton to Birmingham

There are 2 options to travel between Southampton and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Southampton to Birmingham is a bus with an average price of €24.

This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Birmingham:

A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Birmingham costing on average €54.

The fastest way to travel from Southampton to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 3h 6m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 48m.

The distance from Southampton to Birmingham is approximately 111 miles (179 km).

The average frequency per day from Southampton to Birmingham is:

• Around 23 buses per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Southampton and Birmingham as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Southampton to Birmingham:

• Trains mostly depart from Southampton Central (SOU) and arrive in Birmingham New Street (BHM).
• Buses mostly depart from Southampton, Coach Station and arrive in Birmingham, Coach Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Southampton to Birmingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway, Cross Country to go to Birmingham by train.
• Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Birmingham by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Southampton to Birmingham with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
• 3 direct buses per day with National Express, Megabus.

Omio customers who travel from Southampton to Birmingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Edinburgh, Manchester, Glasgow. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Birmingham and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Birmingham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.

Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.