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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Birmingham
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€47
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€91
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 46 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 48 m
Trains on Sep 17
18
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Birmingham will cost around €91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
It's difficult to get from Bath to Birmingham without transferring at least once.
G15217+
G6673510:31 AM1h48Bath Spa (BTH)12:19 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€471One-way1 transfer- G66716+G149986:28 AM1h51Bath Spa (BTH)8:19 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€471One-way1 transfer
- G15220+G0087212:31 PM1h48Bath Spa (BTH)2:19 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€901One-way1 transfer
- G14959+G008761:26 PM1h59Bath Spa (BTH)3:25 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€901One-way1 transfer
- G15000+G667217:30 AM1h50Bath Spa (BTH)9:20 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€901One-way1 transfer
- W34999+G008832:38 PM1h46Bath Spa (BTH)4:24 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€971One-way1 transfer
- G15220+G0087212:31 PM1h48Bath Spa (BTH)2:19 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€901One-way1 transfer
- G15217+G6673510:31 AM1h48Bath Spa (BTH)12:19 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€471One-way1 transfer
- G00865+C4889611:31 AM1h48Bath Spa (BTH)1:19 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€971One-way1 transfer
- G15518+G667309:30 AM1h49Bath Spa (BTH)11:19 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€901One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bath to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, while a train costs an average of €43.
Distance: 127 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€43 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Birmingham:
A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to Birmingham costing on average €43.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
Live departures
Bath to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34456 · C00996+G00738 | 5:35 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h40 | 8:15 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| G66716+G14998 | 6:28 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h51 | 8:19 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G01060+G15491 | 6:55 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h00 | 8:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G66721+G15000 | 7:30 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h50 | 9:20 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G01062+G15057 | 8:02 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h52 | 9:54 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G00854+G14951 | 8:23 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h01 | 10:24 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G01064+G15517 | 8:50 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h05 | 10:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G66730+G15518 | 9:30 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h49 | 11:19 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G00869_G01067+G15061 | 9:59 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h56 | 11:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G66735+G15217 | 10:31 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h48 | 12:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G01069+G14956 | Delayed 10:33 AM 10:47 AMBath Spa (BTH) | 2h08 | 12:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G00865+C48896 | 11:31 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h48 | 1:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G00872+G15220 | 12:31 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h48 | 2:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G01075+G14958 | 12:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h08 | 2:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G00876+G14959 | 1:26 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h59 | 3:25 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G01080+G15069 | 1:59 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h56 | 3:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G00883+W34999 | 2:38 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h46 | 4:24 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G01082+G14962 | 2:46 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 2h09 | 4:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bath to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 127 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath and Birmingham from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bath to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Birmingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bath to Birmingham
Most Bath to Birmingham trains use the Bath Spa to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Bath and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bath Spa train station facilities and services
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Duddeston from Birmingham city centre
Duddeston is 2 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Duddeston train station facilities and services
Duddeston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Duddeston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Duddeston. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Duddeston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Duddeston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Duddeston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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