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Compare coach, train and flight for Shrewsbury to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £119.
Distance: 221 km
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£73 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £119 Average Price | £43 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Shrewsbury to Southampton
Compare the available ways to get from Shrewsbury to Southampton, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Shrewsbury to Southampton:
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Shrewsbury to Southampton costing on average £73.
A coach is £83 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Shrewsbury to Southampton costing on average £119.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 25m.
Coach takes on average 7h 23m.
Tickets start at around £73 compared to roughly £43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£29. The journey takes 3h 55m versus 3h 40m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Shrewsbury to Southampton
How to get to Southampton from Shrewsbury by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Shrewsbury to Southampton is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

11:10 10h20 Shrewsbury 21:30 Southampton £25 1 One-way 0 changes
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11:10 10h20 Shrewsbury 21:30 Southampton £25 1 One-way 0 changes
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11:10 10h20 Shrewsbury 21:30 Southampton £25 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Southampton by ferry
The most popular day trips by ferry from Southampton are Cowes, London, Winchester, Portsmouth and Bournemouth. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Southampton on Omio.


Day trip from Southampton to London by ferry
Why visit London for the day?
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.

Day trip from Southampton to Winchester by ferry
Why visit Winchester for the day?
Winchester is a historic Hampshire city known for its cathedral, medieval streets and links to King Alfred the Great. Once an Anglo-Saxon capital, it feels compact, walkable and quietly elegant.

Day trip from Southampton to Portsmouth by ferry
Why visit Portsmouth for the day?
Portsmouth is a waterfront city on England’s south coast, known for its naval heritage and historic dockyard. Its island setting, working harbour and seafront give it a distinctly maritime character, with Old Portsmouth adding older streets and pubs.

Day trip from Southampton to Bournemouth by ferry
Why visit Bournemouth for the day?
Bournemouth is a south coast seaside town known for its long sandy beach, Victorian gardens and pier. It has a relaxed holiday feel, with a busy seafront, clifftop views and a lively town centre.
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This is compared to other travel options from Shrewsbury to Southampton:
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Shrewsbury to Southampton costing on average £73.
A coach is £83 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Shrewsbury to Southampton costing on average £119.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 25m.
Coach takes on average 7h 23m.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 2 flights per day.
- Around 2 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Shrewsbury and Southampton as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Southampton Airport.
- Coaches mostly depart from Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows and arrive in Southampton, Coach Station.
- Trains mostly depart from Shrewsbury station (SHR) and arrive in Southampton Central (SOU).
- Travel with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales to go to Southampton by train.
- Travel with Loganair to go to Southampton by flight.
- Travel with National Express to go to Southampton by coach.
- 2 direct flights per day with Loganair.
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