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Outbound fromSouthampton Central to Birmingham by train
It takes an average of 2h 54m to travel from Southampton Central to Birmingham by train, over a distance of around 111 miles (179 km). There are normally 19 trains per day travelling from Southampton Central to Birmingham and tickets for this journey start from £15.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:15 | |
| Departure station | Southampton Central | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham | |
| Journey time | From 2h 30m | |
| Distance | 111 miles (179 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £15.50 | |
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Taking the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham in 2 hours 30 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 54 minutes to travel the 111 miles (179 km) from Southampton Central to Birmingham by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 30 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 19 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with CrossCountry for all or at least part of your journey to Birmingham.
Book train tickets from Southampton Central to Birmingham in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £15.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Birmingham by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to Birmingham
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Southampton Central to Birmingham is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.