What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Manchester is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Manchester is to fly which takes 2h 26m and costs £70 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Southampton to Manchester?

The distance between Southampton and Manchester is 187 miles. The road distance is 218.2 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £120 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Southampton to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Manchester bus from?

Southampton to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Manchester train from?

Southampton to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Southampton to Manchester?

The best way to get from Southampton to Manchester is to fly which takes 2h 26m and costs £70 - £200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £120 - £170 and takes 4h 14m, you could also bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Southampton to Manchester bus arrive?

Southampton to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Manchester train arrive?

Southampton to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Manchester is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Southampton to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Manchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Manchester?

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Southampton to Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Southampton to Manchester by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Southampton Airport
best
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2h 26m
£75–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
6h 40m
£43–107
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 14m
£120–170
Drive 216.9 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Manchestercar 216.9 mi
4h 1m
£54–78
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 11m
£96–327
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 11m
£106–195

Southampton to Manchester by train

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Distance: 185.6 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Manchester, England?

Loganair flies from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN) twice daily. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £120–170 and the journey takes 4h 14m.

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