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Wolverhampton Art Gallery
City art gallery and museum with Pop Art, local history and changing exhibitions in a central historic building.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 2 m
Trains on 05 Sept
1
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Wolverhampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Wolverhampton will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 trains from Southampton to Wolverhampton, including 1 direct services.
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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Wolverhampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, while a coach costs an average of £56.
Distance: 193 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Wolverhampton:
A train is £31 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Southampton to Wolverhampton costing on average £56.
Other travel options to Wolverhampton take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 4m.
Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £15. The journey takes 3h 24m versus 3h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Wolverhampton trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:00 Southampton | 5h10 | 13:10 Wolverhampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:11 Southampton | 4h18 | 13:29 Wolverhampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Southampton to Wolverhampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 193 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 193 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 4:57 |
Last train 22:54 |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Wolverhampton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wolverhampton trip today.
City art gallery and museum with Pop Art, local history and changing exhibitions in a central historic building.
Compact local museum telling the story of RAF lives and wartime experience through artefacts, documents and volunteer knowledge.
Canal-side museum exploring lock making heritage, with working displays and period buildings in the Black Country Living Museum campus.
Large Victorian park with a boating lake, conservatory, sports facilities and pleasant walks close to the city centre.
Main civic square framed by major public buildings, often used for events, seasonal installations and city-centre gatherings.
Leafy suburban park with lakes, woodland walks and open lawns, popular with locals for peaceful outdoor time.
A Black Country faggot is a seasoned pork and offal meatball, traditionally baked and served with gravy. It is a classic working-class dish around Wolverhampton.
Thickly sliced bread spread with pork dripping and often topped with salt. A traditional Midlands snack linked to the region’s industrial heritage.
A battered and fried fish-and-chip shop staple, usually cod or haddock with chips. It is deeply rooted in everyday local eating culture in Wolverhampton.
Established city-centre restaurant serving Indian street food and curries in a stylish, lively setting popular for group dining.
Traditional pub setting known for cask ales and hearty British pub food. Suits visitors wanting a classic local drinking and dining experience.
Long-running local favourite for South Indian vegetarian dishes, dosas and thalis. Casual atmosphere and widely known among Wolverhampton diners.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and eating out cost less than in London, while local buses and casual dining are fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Official public transport app
Wolverhampton Station -> Wolverhampton Bus Station
Visiting the artistic treasures of Florence is easy with regular flights from Paris. There are two to eight direct flights on weekdays, as well as eight direct flights on Saturdays and Sundays. Flights leave from both Orly and Charles de Gaulle and the journey time ranges from one hour 40 minutes to one hour 45 minutes.
A variety of airlines serve the Paris to Florence route. Passengers can take their pick from Air France, Iberia and Vueling with a mix of premium and low-cost fares to choose from.
Don't expect lengthy flight times between Paris and Florence. The journey generally takes between one hour 40 minutes and one hour 45 minutes and no changes are needed. If travellers choose to fly indirect, the fastest journeys total around two and a half hours of flying time, not including the layover time.
Travellers coming from Paris can catch flights to Florence any day of the year. During the week, there are two to eight direct options and there are eight flights on both Saturdays and Sundays. If those departure times aren't convenient, there are also 15-30 indirect alternatives with manageable flight times.
Departure airport: Flights to Florence depart from either Paris Charles de Gaulle or Orly airports. In both cases, the fastest public transportation option is usually the RER B rail link. However, those headed to Orly need to alight at Antony station, and transfer to the ORLYVAL rail link. Because of this, bus links like the Orlybus or Le Bus Direct may be worth investigating. Charles de Gaulle is directly connected to central Paris via the RER B. Passengers should allow 35 minutes for the transfer.
Arrival airport: Flights touch down at Florence Peretola Airport. From there, shuttle buses depart every 30 minutes from around 5:30 a.m. until after midnight and take around 25 minutes to reach Santa Maria Novella train station. The bus stop is easy to spot, right outside the arrivals terminal. Alternatively, passengers will find taxis outside the doors. Car rental is available but travellers will have to take shuttle buses to nearby Via Palagio degli Spini. This shouldn't take more than 10 minutes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Wolverhampton 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Southampton to Wolverhampton trains use the Southampton Central to Wolverhampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Wolverhampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: 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 some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: No.
Swaythling is 4 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Swaythling has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Swaythling.
Wi-Fi is available at Swaythling.
Ticket office support is available at Swaythling.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Swaythling: Parking.
Available at Swaythling: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Swaythling: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has no step-free access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Eastleigh/ London Waterloo). There is level access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton Central). 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Wolverhampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Wolverhampton.
ATMs are available at Wolverhampton.
Ticket office support is available at Wolverhampton. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wolverhampton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wolverhampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wolverhampton: 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.
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