Manchester to Southampton Train
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Manchester to Southampton by train
The journey from Manchester to Southampton by train is 181.72 mi and takes 4 hrs 30 mins. There are 28 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:05 and the last at 18:39. It is possible to travel from Manchester to Southampton by train for as little as £71.35 or as much as £152.43. The best price for this journey is £71.35.
| Lowest Price | £71.35 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 30 mins |
| Connection per Day | South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Southern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 28 |
| Lowest Price | South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Southern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway £71.35 |
| Highest Price | South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Southern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway £152.43 |
| First Departure | South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Southern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 05:05 |
| Last Departure | South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Southern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 18:39 |
| Distance | South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Southern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 181.72 mi |
| Departure | South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Southern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway Manchester |
| Arrival | South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Southern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway Southampton |
| Carriers | South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Southern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway |
Manchester to Southampton Train Times
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Best time to book Manchester to Southampton travel
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Southampton
The cheapest Manchester - Southampton train tickets can be found for as low as £57.81 if you’re lucky, or £108.23 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £145.64.
Find the best day to travel to Southampton by train
When travelling to Southampton by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway and Northern Rail from Manchester to Southampton
Compare services on board when travelling from Manchester to Southampton by train.
| Facilities | South Western Railway | East Midlands Railway | Northern Rail | Southern | Avanti West Coast | Great Western Railway |
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Manchester to Southampton CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
20.47kg
Bus
21.93kg
Flight
58.49kg
Car
46.79kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Manchester to Southampton by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Manchester and Southampton are 20.47kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Manchester and Southampton? By taking the train between Manchester and Southampton you will save 38.02kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.46kg compared to a bus and 26.32kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Manchester to Southampton?
A train ticket from Manchester to Southampton is £113.84. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £71.35.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Manchester to Southampton?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Manchester to Southampton is £71.35. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Manchester and Southampton by train?
Manchester to Southampton is 181.72 mi.
How long does the train between Manchester and Southampton take?
Manchester to Southampton is on average 4 hrs 30 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 14 mins.
Which companies operate from Manchester to Southampton?
The train journey from Manchester to Southampton is covered by 7 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Southern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry and Great Western Railway.
How many train connections per day go from Manchester to Southampton?
Manchester to Southampton has 28 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Manchester to Southampton leave?
The earliest train from Manchester to Southampton departs at 05:05. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Manchester to Southampton depart?
The latest train from Manchester to Southampton departs at 18:39. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Manchester to Southampton in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £71.35 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Manchester to Southampton?
There are on average 8 direct connection(s) from Manchester to go to Southampton.
What's the fastest journey time between Manchester to Southampton by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Manchester and Southampton is 4 hrs 14 mins.
Is there a direct train from Manchester to Southampton?
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Southampton.
What are the CO2 emissions for Manchester to Southampton by train?
The train journey from Manchester to Southampton creates 20.47kg of CO2 emissions.