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What is the best way to travel from Southampton to Birmingham?

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Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
3h 35m
$18
$29
37
Train
2h 34m
$55
$70
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What is the cheapest way to reach Birmingham from Southampton?

You can get to Birmingham with just $18 by taking a Bus from National Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Saturday
from $38
Sunday
from $36
Monday
from $23
Tuesday
from $18
Wednesday
from $18
Thursday
from $19
Friday
from $18

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $45
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $45
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    5:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 36m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    7:51 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $55
  • CrossCountry
    2h 40m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    7:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $65
  • South Western Railway
    2h 58m
    0
    5:57 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $65
  • South Western Railway
    2h 54m
    0
    5:57 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    8:51 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $68

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $36
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $36
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    5:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    11:10 AM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    5:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • South Western Railway
    4h 11m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    11:06 AM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $76
  • South Western Railway
    2h 54m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    2:49 PM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $76
  • CrossCountry
    2h 34m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    11:49 AM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $76
  • CrossCountry
    2h 34m
    0
    10:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    12:49 PM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $76
  • CrossCountry
    2h 34m
    0
    11:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    1:49 PM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $76

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    5h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    2:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    2:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    5:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    12:10 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    4:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    12:30 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    12:30 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    12:30 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • FlixBus
    5h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    2:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    2:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30

What are the fastest trips from Southampton to Birmingham?

You can get to Birmingham from Southampton in just 2h 34m with a Train from CrossCountry. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 2h 36m
Sunday
from 2h 34m
Monday
from 5h 25m
Tuesday
from 3h 50m
Wednesday
from 3h 35m
Thursday
from 3h 35m
Friday
from 3h 35m

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 36m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    7:51 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $55
  • CrossCountry
    2h 40m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    7:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $65
  • South Western Railway
    2h 54m
    0
    5:57 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    8:51 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $68
  • South Western Railway
    2h 58m
    0
    5:57 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $65
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    5:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $45
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $45

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 34m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    11:49 AM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $76
  • CrossCountry
    2h 34m
    0
    10:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    12:49 PM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $76
  • CrossCountry
    2h 34m
    0
    11:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    1:49 PM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $76
  • South Western Railway
    2h 54m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    2:49 PM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $76
  • South Western Railway
    4h 11m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    11:06 AM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $76
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    11:10 AM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    5:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    5:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $36
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $36

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    2:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • FlixBus
    5h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    2:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    5:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    8:55 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    12:10 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    4:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    12:30 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    12:30 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    12:30 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    2:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    5h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    2:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    2:20 AM
    Southampton
    University
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    2:05 AM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    9:10 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Southampton to Birmingham

What are the most popular stations in Southampton and Birmingham?

In Southampton, you will usually depart from Bus Station, Central Station or SeaCity Museum, while in Birmingham you will be arriving at New Street Train Station, Moor Street or Great Charles St Queensway, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Birmingham from Southampton? With 6 connections between 4 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Southampton and Birmingham, you can pay as low as $18 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Birmingham in just 2h 34m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Southampton and Birmingham are National Express, FlixBus and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Southampton and Birmingham is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Netley or to Erdington, and look at flights from Bournemouth Airport, and landing at Birmingham Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Southampton to Birmingham?

The most popular companies between Southampton and Birmingham, are National Express, FlixBus and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: CrossCountry and South Western Railway

All you need to know when you travel from Southampton to Birmingham

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Southampton to Birmingham. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Southampton to Birmingham

How can I reach Birmingham from Southampton?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Birmingham from Southampton.

How far is Birmingham from Southampton?

The distance between Southampton and Birmingham is 110.9 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Southampton and Birmingham?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 30 kgs, and a flight 44 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Southampton to Birmingham?

You can get to Birmingham with just $18 by taking a Bus from National Express.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Birmingham in just 2h 34m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Southampton and to Birmingham

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Southampton and to Birmingham. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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