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Find the best prices from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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QAR 78.24
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QAR 112.28
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QAR 32.72
Sat29Nov
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QAR 68.10
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QAR 65.44
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Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:15
Last train
Last train
23:00
Departure station
Departure station
Southampton Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
4h 14m
Distance
Distance
292 km
Price
Price
QAR 32.72*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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