Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£254

Average price

£254

Fastest journey

4 h 30 m

Average duration

4 h 30 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

276 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) will cost around £254 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £254.

Fast trains

To travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) you need to make at least one change.

TransPennine Express Service
07:044h31
Manchester Airport (MIA)
11:35Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
£2541One-way
1 change
TransPennine Express Service
08:044h35
Manchester Airport (MIA)
12:39Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
£2541One-way
1 change
TransPennine Express Service
09:044h31
Manchester Airport (MIA)
13:35Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
£2541One-way
1 change
TransPennine Express Service
10:044h30
Manchester Airport (MIA)
14:34Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
£2541One-way
1 change
TransPennine Express Service
11:044h31
Manchester Airport (MIA)
15:35Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
£2541One-way
1 change

Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)

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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £243 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
276 km
Average train duration
4h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£243
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
4h 29m
First train
04:48
Last train
19:04
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) trainsCrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) from £243. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
CrossCountry frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 33m
Cheapest Price
£241
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 29m
Cheapest Price
£254
first_transpennine_express frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA).
FAQs
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) is 276 km.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) covers a distance of 276 km and takes approximately 4h 29m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £243, while the average price tends to be around £255.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) is by train, costing approximately £243.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) leaves at 4:48.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) departs at 19:04.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA).
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA).
To travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA), you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA).
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)

Manchester
Southampton
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Southampton.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

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