The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Lichfield
Cheapest price on Oct 22
€9
Average ticket price on Oct 22
€9
Fastest journey on Oct 22
40 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
40 m
Trains on Oct 22
1
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Lichfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Lichfield will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Thu, Oct 22, we found 1 trains from Birmingham to Lichfield, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 22 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
On Thu, Oct 22 the slowest trains will take 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:36 AM0h40Birmingham10:16 AMLichfield€91One-way0 transfers
9:36 AM0h40Birmingham10:16 AMLichfield€91One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Lichfield
Trains from Birmingham to Lichfield run on average 8 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 24m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 5:28 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Lichfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Lichfield trains for today, Wednesday, October 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W75859 | Delayed 2:01 PM 2:36 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 2:39 PM 2:39 PMLichfield City (LIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W75871 | Delayed 2:13 PM 3:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 2:50 PM 2:50 PMLichfield City (LIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W75885 | Delayed 2:39 PM 3:36 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 4:16 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W75898 | On time 4:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 4:46 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W75911 | On time 4:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 5:16 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W75923 | On time 5:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 5:46 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W75936 | On time 5:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 6:16 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W75950 | On time 6:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 6:46 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W75962 | On time 6:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 7:16 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W75976 | On time 7:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 7:46 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W75988 | On time 7:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 8:16 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W76001 | On time 8:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 8:46 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W76014 | On time 8:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 9:16 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 22 | |||||
![]() | 9:36 AM Birmingham | 0h40 | 10:16 AM Lichfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Lichfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Lichfield 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 Lichfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Lichfield
Most Birmingham to Lichfield trains use the Birmingham New Street to Lichfield City station pair, with some services arriving at Lichfield Trent Valley. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Lichfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Five Ways from Birmingham city centre
Five Ways is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Five Ways train station facilities and services
Five Ways has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Five Ways.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Five Ways. 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 Five Ways: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Five Ways: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Five Ways: 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 accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Lichfield station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Lichfield City from Lichfield city centre
Lichfield City train station facilities and services
Lichfield City has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lichfield City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lichfield City. 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 Lichfield City: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lichfield City: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lichfield City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Lichfield Trent Valley from Lichfield city centre
Lichfield Trent Valley is 1 km from Lichfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Lichfield Trent Valley train station facilities and services
Lichfield Trent Valley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lichfield Trent Valley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lichfield Trent Valley. 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 Lichfield Trent Valley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lichfield Trent Valley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lichfield Trent Valley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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