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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Southampton to Birmingham

Composite routes from Southampton to Birmingham

Cheapest
2 h 23 min
Car
215 km.
from $11
Other
3 h 57 min
Bus
179 km.
from €29.35
Details

Transport providers

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Southampton to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.18–$48.10

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Southampton Central to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$94.93–$278.47

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Birmingham is to bus which costs $29.35 - $41.30 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southampton and arriving at Birmingham. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Southampton to Birmingham?

The distance between Southampton and Birmingham is 233 km. The road distance is 217.6 km.

How do I travel from Southampton to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $81.52 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Birmingham?

The train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street takes 2h 36m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Birmingham bus from?

Southampton to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Southampton station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Birmingham train from?

Southampton to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Southampton to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $81.52 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $41.30 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Southampton to Birmingham bus arrive?

Southampton to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Southampton to Birmingham train arrive?

Southampton to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Birmingham is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Southampton to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Birmingham?

Book your Southampton to Birmingham train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Birmingham?

Book your Southampton to Birmingham bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 2904+ hotels available in Birmingham. Prices start at $34.22 per night.
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