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Find the best prices from Southampton Central to Birmingham

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Southampton Central to Birmingham, 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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SAR 56.26
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SAR 98.64
Wed3Dec
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SAR 98.64
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SAR 43.87
Fri5Dec
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SAR 49.32
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SAR 98.14
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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 SAR 43.87 and averaging SAR 198.47. 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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14:15
2h 36m, Direct
Southampton Central
16:51
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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15:15
2h 36m, Direct
Southampton Central
17:51
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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16:15
2h 36m, Direct
Southampton Central
18:51
Birmingham New Street
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17:00
3h 27m, No direct
Southampton Central
20:27
Birmingham New Street
South Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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17:15
2h 36m, Direct
Southampton Central
19:51
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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17:15
3h 41m, No direct
Southampton Central
20:56
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Southampton Central to Birmingham train route details

First train
First train
05:15
Last train
Last train
23:03
Departure station
Departure station
Southampton Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
2h 34m
Distance
Distance
178 km
Price
Price
SAR 43.87*
Train Operators
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

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Southampton Central to Birmingham 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.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Southampton Central to Birmingham, 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 Southampton Central to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
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.

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