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Find the best prices from Birmingham to Southampton

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Birmingham to Southampton, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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BHD 4.940
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BHD 9.880
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BHD 5.630
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Birmingham to Southampton Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Southampton, starting from BHD 4.940 and averaging BHD 19.860. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 31 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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06:03
2 hours 31 minutes, Direct
Birmingham New Street
08:34
Southampton Airport Parkway
CrossCountry
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07:03
2 hours 32 minutes, Direct
Birmingham New Street
09:35
Southampton Airport Parkway
CrossCountry
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08:03
2 hours 31 minutes, Direct
Birmingham New Street
10:34
Southampton Airport Parkway
CrossCountry
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09:03
2 hours 32 minutes, Direct
Birmingham New Street
11:35
Southampton Airport Parkway
CrossCountry
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10:03
2 hours 33 minutes, Direct
Birmingham New Street
12:36
Southampton Airport Parkway
CrossCountry
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10:17
3 hours 24 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
13:41
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Avanti West CoastSouth Western Railway
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Birmingham to Southampton Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:03
Last train
Last train
23:11
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton
Journey time
Journey time
2 hours 31 minutes
Distance
Distance
178 km
Price
Price
BHD 4.940*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Southampton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham to Southampton during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Birmingham to Southampton, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Southampton ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham to Southampton train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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