The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£103
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 24 trains that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Birmingham International Airport every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
L48300+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
W10389
L48310+
Y11145+
W10395
L46942+
Y32804+
W10362
L48310+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
W10392
L48158+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
W10530
C23397
C23404
C23392
C23416
C23380Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton Central (SOU) to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 173 km
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2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Birmingham International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Birmingham International Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L46942+ Y32804+ W10362 | On time 08:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h36 | 11:36 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
C23380 | On time 08:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h24 | 10:39 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
L46944+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ P00483 | On time 08:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h46 | 12:16 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
L46946 · L49764+ Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+ W10365 | On time 09:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h36 | 12:36 Birmingham International (BHI) | 3 changes | |
L46946+ Y32807+ W10365 | On time 09:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h36 | 12:36 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
C23387 | On time 09:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h24 | 11:39 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
L48143+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ P00492 | On time 09:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h14 | 12:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
L48278+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ P00484 | On time 10:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h16 | 13:16 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
C23392 | On time 10:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h24 | 12:39 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
L48147+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W10518 | On time 10:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h15 | 13:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
L48284+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W10371 | On time 11:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h15 | 14:15 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
C23397 | On time 11:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h24 | 13:39 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
L48152+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W10524 | On time 11:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h15 | 14:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
L48290+ Y32816+ W10381 | On time 11:59 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h37 | 15:36 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
L48290+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W10381 | On time 11:59 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h37 | 15:36 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
C23404 | On time 12:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h24 | 14:39 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
L48158+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W10530 | On time 12:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h15 | 15:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
L48300+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W10389 | On time 12:59 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h37 | 16:36 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
C23410 | On time 13:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h25 | 15:40 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23410+ P08486+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W10536 | On time 13:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h30 | 16:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 3 changes | |
L48310+ Y11145+ W10395 | On time 13:59 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h37 | 17:36 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
L48310+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W10392 | On time 13:59 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h16 | 17:15 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
C23416 | On time 14:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h24 | 16:39 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
L48176+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W10541 | On time 14:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h15 | 17:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Birmingham International Airport
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Birmingham International Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 12:15. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 07:15 |
Last train 12:15 |
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FAQs: Southampton Central (SOU) to Birmingham International Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Birmingham International Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Birmingham International Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
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