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Trains from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street

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17

train journeys
per day

110

miles (178 kms)

2hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 00:07

first / last train

16

direct trains

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Birmingham New Street , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street is approximately 110 miles (178 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 3 mins.

Chiltern Railways, South Western Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Birmingham New Street.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 34 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street

Journeys from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    07:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:16
    2 hrs 35 minsDirect
    08:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    09:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    10:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    11:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    12:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    13:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    14:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    15:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    16:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    17:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    18:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    19:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    20:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:15
    2 hrs 36 minsDirect
    21:51
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:15
    2 hrs 34 minsDirect
    22:49
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    22:00
    10 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    08:18
    Southampton Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
AddressSouthampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed bySW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
AddressBirmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southampton Central and Birmingham New Street

The travel time between Southampton Central and Birmingham New Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Birmingham New Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:07.

First class tickets on trains between Southampton Central and Birmingham New Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Southampton Central and Birmingham New Street can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Street

Chiltern Railways, South Western Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Birmingham New Street.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Southampton Central and Birmingham New Street, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.