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London to Birmingham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AED 44.00, with average prices for this route around AED 45.76. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Sat, May 10
From AED 83.10
Sun, May 11
From AED 89.99
Mon, May 12
From AED 61.60
Tue, May 13
From AED 44.00
Wed, May 14
From AED 66.48
Thu, May 15
From AED 44.00
Fri, May 16
From AED 44.00

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:05 London Marylebone	06:57 Birmingham Moor Street	6h 52m, Changes required		Find Tickets
00:39 London Euston	06:12 Birmingham New Street	5h 33m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
01:39 London Euston	07:14 Birmingham New Street	5h 35m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:39 London Euston	08:15 Birmingham New Street	2h 36m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:03 London Euston	07:45 Birmingham New Street	1h 42m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:16 London Euston	07:48 Paris	1h 32m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

London to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

00:05

Last train

22:02

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

1h 16m

Distance

163 km

Price

AED 44.00*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Birmingham

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between London and Birmingham on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

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 London to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 London to Birmingham, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 London to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London to Birmingham Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-peak & Super Off-peak Tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

Trains from London to Birmingham from AED 44.00*

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London to Birmingham Train prices and times

London to Birmingham Train Route Details

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Birmingham

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Network Railcard for South East England

Traveling in off-peak train times

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Travel in a group to save 1/3

London to Birmingham Train Ticket Types

Off-peak & Super Off-peak Tickets

Return train tickets

Advance train tickets

Season train tickets

Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

Split Tickets

National Rail Partners

No Booking Fees on the App

Online Customer Support

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