What is the cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Southampton is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Midlands to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from West Midlands to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between West Midlands and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from West Midlands to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Crocketts Lane and arriving at Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between West Midlands and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from West Midlands to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Smethwick Rolfe Street and arriving at Southampton Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from West Midlands to Southampton?

The distance between West Midlands and Southampton is 149 miles. The road distance is 137.5 miles.

How do I travel from West Midlands to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £75 - £120.

How long does it take to get from West Midlands to Southampton?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from West Midlands to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Midlands to Southampton bus from?

West Midlands to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the West Midlands to Southampton train from?

West Midlands to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from West Midlands to Southampton?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Southampton is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the West Midlands to Southampton bus arrive?

West Midlands to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the West Midlands to Southampton train arrive?

West Midlands to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from West Midlands to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between West Midlands to Southampton is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from West Midlands to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from West Midlands to Southampton?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 33m
£76–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stationbus 160
5h 30m
£27–63
Drive 136.7 mi
1. Drive from West Midlands to Southamptoncar 136.7 mi
2h 31m
£34–49
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Smethwick Galton Bridge to Crewetrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
4h 32m
£96–222

West Midlands to Southampton by train

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Distance: 148 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between West Midlands, Sandwell, England and Southampton, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Southampton Central hourly. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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