Trains from Southampton to Manchester from $35.23*

Trains from Southampton to Manchester from $35.23*

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Southampton to Manchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southampton to Manchester, starting from $35.23 and averaging $73.27. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 5m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Mon, Dec 23
    From $36.86
  • Tue, Dec 24
    From $35.23
  • Wed, Dec 25
    From $36.86
  • Thu, Dec 26
    From $36.86
  • Fri, Dec 27
    From $36.86
  • Sat, Dec 28
    From $36.86
  • Sun, Dec 29
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05:23
Southampton Airport Parkway
09:29
Manchester Piccadilly
4h 6m, DirectCrossCountry
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05:23
Southampton Airport Parkway
09:44
Manchester Piccadilly
4h 21m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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05:41
Southampton Airport Parkway
10:19
Manchester Piccadilly
4h 38m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayGreat Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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05:59
Southampton Central
11:19
Manchester Piccadilly
5h 20m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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06:12
Southampton Central
11:44
Manchester Piccadilly
5h 32m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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06:24
Southampton Airport Parkway
10:29
Paris
4h 5m, DirectCrossCountry
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Southampton to Manchester Train Route Details

The Southampton to Manchester train ticket is from $35.23. The average travel time is 4h 5m, covering a distance of approximately 291 mile. There are usually 61 daily trains provided by Avanti West Coast,CrossCountry,Great Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:23
Last train
Last train
23:08
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
4h 5m
Distance
Distance
291 mile
Price
Price
$35.23*

Southampton to Manchester Train Travel Guide

Southampton to Manchester Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Manchester

Take a look at the basic information from Southampton to Manchester, departing from Southampton Airport Parkway. It takes approximately 4h 5m to arrive at Manchester Piccadilly.

Book cheap train tickets from Southampton to Manchester

Finding cheap train tickets from Southampton to Manchester doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Southampton to Manchester can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, there's good news for you! You can take advantage of group travel discounts that are offered by many train companies. These discounts can save you up to 1/3 on off-peak fares, making your journey from Southampton to Manchester more affordable. Whether you're traveling with your family, friends, or colleagues, the group save options make it easier for everyone to enjoy the benefits of discounted fares while embarking on a memorable trip together.

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