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Southampton Central to Birmingham train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southampton Central to Birmingham, starting from VND 402,131 and averaging VND 1,418,618. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 34m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Thu, Sep 4
From VND 705,057
Fri, Sep 5
From VND 545,622
Sat, Sep 6
From VND 402,130
Sun, Sep 7
From VND 519,050
Mon, Sep 8
From VND 705,057
Tue, Sep 9
From VND 705,057
Wed, Sep 10
From VND 705,057

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
09:30 Southampton Central	13:33 Birmingham Moor Street	4h 3m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:00 Southampton Central	13:48 Birmingham New Street	3h 48m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:15 Southampton Central	12:51 Birmingham New Street	2h 36m, Direct	Find Tickets
10:30 Southampton Central	13:56 Birmingham New Street	3h 26m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:00 Southampton Central	14:27 Birmingham New Street	3h 27m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:15 Southampton Central	13:51 Paris	2h 36m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Southampton Central to Birmingham train route details

First train

05:15

Last train

23:00

Departure station

Southampton Central

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

2h 34m

Distance

111 miles

Price

VND 402,131*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Southampton Central to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Southampton Central to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Southampton Central to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southampton Central to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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