Explore Southampton to Solihull by train

Thinking about travelling from Southampton to Solihull by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost for travel between Southampton and Solihull

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$168.46, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 4 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel between Southampton and Solihull

If you are taking the train from Southampton to Solihull, you will have 35 trains each day (with a departure every 25 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:15. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 20:38. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:20, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:55.

How long is the train journey from Southampton to Solihull?

This journey covers a total of 166 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 2 hours and 16 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets from Southampton to Solihull?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 4 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Further insights on trains from Southampton to Solihull

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Solihull city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Southampton to Solihull by train?

The trip from Southampton to Solihull covers a distance of 166 kilometres.

How much does the train from Southampton to Solihull cost?

The minimum fare on this route is AU$168.46. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Southampton to Solihull?

Tickets for travel between Southampton to Solihull are available 4 months before departure.

How long does the train take from Southampton to Solihull?

The fastest journey takes 2 hours and 16 minutes.