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Trip Overview

The average train between Southampton and Birmingham NEC takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Southampton to Birmingham NEC. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 23m
Duration
137 mi
Distance
£70
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Southampton to Birmingham NEC train times

Trains run hourly between Southampton and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 10:37 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 2h 22m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 23m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 23m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 23m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 23m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 23m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Southampton to Birmingham NEC? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Southampton to Birmingham NEC.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 137 mi
  • Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Birmingham NEC, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Birmingham International hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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