The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Wolverhampton station (WVH)
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Wolverhampton station (WVH) 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 Wolverhampton station (WVH) will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Wolverhampton station (WVH) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 193 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton Central (SOU) to Wolverhampton station (WVH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Wolverhampton station (WVH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 193 km
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Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Wolverhampton station (WVH) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Wolverhampton station (WVH) trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h02 | 16:17 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h03 | 21:18 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Southampton Central (SOU) to Wolverhampton station (WVH) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Wolverhampton station (WVH)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Wolverhampton station (WVH) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 19:15. The fastest train covers the 193 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 193 km |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 07:15 |
Last train 19:15 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Southampton Central (SOU) to Wolverhampton station (WVH) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Wolverhampton station (WVH) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton Central (SOU) to Wolverhampton station (WVH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Wolverhampton station (WVH) 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 Wolverhampton station (WVH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Wolverhampton station (WVH)
- 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)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
- Car Park: Multi storey
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).

