From Southampton to Tamworth by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Southampton to Tamworth by train. With 38 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Southampton and Tamworth: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £33.21, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Southampton to Tamworth

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Southampton to Tamworth:

  • 00:25 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:00 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:20 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 21:55 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 21 minutes from Southampton toward Tamworth.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 38 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time and distance from Southampton to Tamworth

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 51 minutes, spanning 189 kilometres in total.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Southampton and Tamworth?

You can secure tickets for travel between Southampton and Tamworth up to 5 and a half months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Learn more about train travel from Southampton to Tamworth

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Southampton and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Tamworth city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the journey from Southampton to Tamworth by train?

The total distance between Southampton and Tamworth by train is 189 kilometres.

What is the Southampton to Tamworth train price?

The lowest price available on this route is £33.21. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Southampton to Tamworth?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Southampton to Tamworth by train?

The shortest trip is 2 hours and 51 minutes.