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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester 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.
Cheapest train of the day
HK$1,132.64
07:4813:41
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HK$1,132.64
Wed4Jun
Cheapest train of the day
HK$655.57
05:1109:35
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HK$655.57
Thu5Jun
Cheapest train of the day
HK$593.95
21:1502:39
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HK$593.95
Fri6Jun
Cheapest train of the day
HK$745.89
22:1312:34
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HK$745.89
Sat7Jun
Cheapest train of the day
HK$1,132.64
08:0513:26
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HK$1,132.64
Sun8Jun
Cheapest train of the day
HK$616.26
05:1109:35
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HK$616.26
Mon9Jun
Cheapest train of the day
HK$586.51
10:2514:35
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HK$586.51
Tue10Jun
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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Manchester to Southampton train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Southampton? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as HK$586.51, with average prices for this route around HK$646.44.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Wed, Jun 4
    From HK$1,132.64
  • Thu, Jun 5
    From HK$655.57
  • Fri, Jun 6
    From HK$593.95
  • Sat, Jun 7
    From HK$745.89
  • Sun, Jun 8
    From HK$1,132.64
  • Mon, Jun 9
    From HK$616.26
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From HK$586.51
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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00:53
Manchester Piccadilly
09:14
Southampton Airport Parkway
8h 21m, No directTransPennine ExpressLNERSouth Western Railway
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05:11
Manchester Piccadilly
09:35
Southampton Airport Parkway
4h 24m, DirectCrossCountry
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05:55
Manchester Piccadilly
10:13
Southampton Airport Parkway
4h 18m, No directAvanti West CoastSouth Western Railway
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06:03
Manchester Piccadilly
10:34
Southampton Airport Parkway
4h 31m, No directAvanti West CoastCrossCountry
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06:15
Manchester Piccadilly
10:34
Southampton Airport Parkway
4h 19m, No directAvanti West CoastSouth Western RailwayCrossCountry
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06:30
Manchester Piccadilly
10:41
Paris
4h 11m, No directAvanti West CoastSouth Western Railway
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Manchester to Southampton train route details

First train
First train
00:53
Last train
Last train
22:03
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton
Journey time
Journey time
4h 5m
Distance
Distance
181 miles
Price
Price
HK$586.51*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Southampton

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Southampton. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Southampton for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 travelling from Manchester 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Southampton ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels 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.

Manchester to Southampton train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Manchester to Southampton with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.