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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Buses, Flights and Carpool for the journey to Manchester from Southampton. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
12h 35m
$49
$54
4
Train
4h 14m
$64
$84
32
Flight
3h 5m
$120
$361
30

What is the cheapest way to reach Manchester from Southampton?

You can get to Manchester with just $49 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Tuesday
from $185
Wednesday
from $49
Thursday
from $438
Friday
from $69
Saturday
from $80
Sunday
from $59
Monday
from $126

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    6h 45m
    0
    4:50 PM
    Bournemouth Airport
    Bournemouth Airport
    11:35 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $185
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    25h 20m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    10:30 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $411

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    6:10 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $49
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    5:50 AM
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $49
  • FlixBus
    12h 55m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    6:10 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $49
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • CrossCountry
    4h 15m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    9:30 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $64
  • CrossCountry
    4h 15m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    10:30 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $64
  • CrossCountry
    4h 15m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    11:30 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $64
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Sierra Pacific Airlines
    12h 40m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:30 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    Sierra Pacific Airlines
    Economy
    from $267
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    6h 35m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    3:30 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $280
  • Aurigny Air Services
    24h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:30 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    Aurigny Air Services
    Economy
    from $292

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Sierra Pacific Airlines
    5h 20m
    0
    3:10 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:30 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Sierra Pacific Airlines
    Economy
    from $438
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 5m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    2:45 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $458
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    24h 35m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:35 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $503

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • South Western Railway
    4h 52m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    2:52 PM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $69
  • South Western Railway
    4h 57m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    3:27 PM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $69
  • South Western Railway
    4h 52m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    3:52 PM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $74
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    10h 45m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    11:00 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $234
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 25m
    0
    4:10 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:35 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $397
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    24h 35m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:35 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $466

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    4h 14m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    9:29 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $80
  • CrossCountry
    4h 14m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    4:29 PM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $100
  • CrossCountry
    4h 14m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    5:29 PM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $100
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 50m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    3:55 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $205
  • Ryanair
    18h 55m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Bournemouth Airport
    Bournemouth Airport
    2:10 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $207
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    21h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    5:30 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $315

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    6:10 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $59
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    5:50 AM
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $59
  • FlixBus
    12h 55m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    6:10 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $59
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    23h 10m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:05 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $120
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 35m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    4:55 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $217
  • KLM Cityhopper
    23h 0m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:20 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from $382

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • South Western Railway
    5h 49m
    0
    5:55 AM
    Southampton
    Swanwick Train Station
    11:44 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $126
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 5m
    0
    12:25 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    3:30 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $278
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 55m
    0
    12:25 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    5:20 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $280
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    23h 10m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:05 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $324

What are the fastest trips from Southampton to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester from Southampton in just 3h 5m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. 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.

Tuesday
from 6h 45m
Wednesday
from 4h 15m
Thursday
from 5h 5m
Friday
from 4h 15m
Saturday
from 4h 14m
Sunday
from 4h 0m
Monday
from 3h 5m

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    6h 45m
    0
    4:50 PM
    Bournemouth Airport
    Bournemouth Airport
    11:35 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $185
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    25h 20m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    10:30 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $411

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • CrossCountry
    4h 15m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    9:30 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $64
  • CrossCountry
    4h 15m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    10:30 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $64
  • CrossCountry
    4h 15m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    11:30 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $64
  • Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    6h 35m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    3:30 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $280
  • KLM Cityhopper
    7h 25m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    4:45 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from $305
  • Sierra Pacific Airlines
    12h 40m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:30 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    Sierra Pacific Airlines
    Economy
    from $267
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    5:50 AM
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $49
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    5:50 AM
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $49
  • FlixBus
    12h 55m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    6:10 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $49

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 5m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    2:45 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $458
  • Sierra Pacific Airlines
    5h 20m
    0
    3:10 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:30 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Sierra Pacific Airlines
    Economy
    from $438
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    14h 30m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    10:30 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $584

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • CrossCountry
    4h 15m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    9:30 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $79
  • CrossCountry
    4h 15m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    4:30 PM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $80
  • South Western Railway
    4h 52m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    2:52 PM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $69
  • Fastest Flights Friday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 25m
    0
    4:10 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:35 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $397
  • EasyJet Airline
    10h 45m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    11:00 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $234
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    14h 30m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    10:30 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $543

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    4h 14m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    9:29 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $80
  • CrossCountry
    4h 14m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    4:29 PM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $100
  • CrossCountry
    4h 14m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Southampton
    Central Station
    5:29 PM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $100
  • Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Sierra Pacific Airlines
    5h 40m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    2:15 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Sierra Pacific Airlines
    Economy
    from $450
  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 50m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    3:55 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $205
  • Ryanair
    18h 55m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Bournemouth Airport
    Bournemouth Airport
    2:10 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $207

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Sierra Pacific Airlines
    4h 0m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    6:30 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    Sierra Pacific Airlines
    Economy
    from $966
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 35m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    4:55 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $217
  • Aurigny Air Services
    22h 30m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:30 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    Aurigny Air Services
    Economy
    from $394
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    5:50 AM
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $59
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Southampton
    Bus Station
    5:50 AM
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $59
  • FlixBus
    12h 55m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    6:10 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $59

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 5m
    0
    12:25 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    3:30 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $278
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 55m
    0
    12:25 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    5:20 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $280
  • KLM Cityhopper
    14h 45m
    0
    5:35 PM
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    8:20 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Bus Station
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from $342
  • Fastest Trains Monday

  • South Western Railway
    5h 49m
    0
    5:55 AM
    Southampton
    Swanwick Train Station
    11:44 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $126
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Southampton to Manchester

What are the most popular stations in Southampton and Manchester?

In Southampton, you will usually depart from Bus Station, Central Station or SeaCity Museum, while in Manchester you will be arriving at Victoria Station, Piccadilly Train Station or Shudehill Interchange, 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 Manchester from Southampton? With 8 connections between 3 Train, Bus, Flight and Carpool 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 Manchester, you can pay as low as $49 with a Bus from FlixBus.

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 Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Manchester in just 3h 5m.

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 Manchester are Eastern Air Lines (2011), CrossCountry and South Western Railway, 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 Manchester 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 Salford, and look at flights from Bournemouth Airport, and landing at Liverpool 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 Manchester?

The most popular companies between Southampton and Manchester, are Eastern Air Lines (2011), CrossCountry and South Western Railway. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: CrossCountry and South Western Railway

Airlines: Eastern Air Lines (2011), EasyJet Airline, KLM Cityhopper and 4 more.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Southampton to Manchester. 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 Manchester

How can I reach Manchester from Southampton?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Train, Bus, Flight and Carpool, with which you can get to Manchester from Southampton.

How far is Manchester from Southampton?

The distance between Southampton and Manchester is 181.2 miles.

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

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 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 50 kgs, and a flight 72 kgs.

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

You can get to Manchester with just $49 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

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 Manchester in just 3h 5m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Southampton and to Manchester

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

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