Birmingham to London train

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to London

Showing times and prices for Mar 22

Cheapest

35

Average

64

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
08:36AMBirmingham New Street1h48 10:24AMLondon Euston
1 transfer
351One-way
Cheapest
08:06AMBirmingham New Street2h11 10:17AMLondon Euston
0 transfers
351One-way
08:25AMBirmingham Moor Street1h57 10:22AMLondon Marylebone
0 transfers
691One-way
08:21AMBirmingham New Street1h33 09:54AMLondon Euston
0 transfers
911One-way
08:21AMBirmingham New Street1h33 09:54AMLondon Euston
0 transfers
911One-way

Train schedule from Birmingham to London

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, March 22
08:06AMBirmingham New Street2h11 10:17AMLondon Euston
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08:17AMBirmingham New Street1h21 09:38AMLondon Euston
0 transfers
08:21AMBirmingham New Street1h33 09:54AMLondon Euston
0 transfers
08:21AMBirmingham New Street1h33 09:54AMLondon Euston
0 transfers
08:25AMBirmingham Moor Street1h57 10:22AMLondon Marylebone
0 transfers
08:36AMBirmingham New Street1h48 10:24AMLondon Euston
1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Birmingham to London

Showing times and prices for Mar 22

Fastest Journey

1 h 21 m

Average

1 h 38 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

163 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham for London every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
08:17AMBirmingham New Street1h21 09:38AMLondon Euston
0 transfers
911One-way
08:21AMBirmingham New Street1h33 09:54AMLondon Euston
0 transfers
911One-way
08:21AMBirmingham New Street1h33 09:54AMLondon Euston
0 transfers
911One-way
08:36AMBirmingham New Street1h48 10:24AMLondon Euston
1 transfer
351One-way
08:25AMBirmingham Moor Street1h57 10:22AMLondon Marylebone
0 transfers
691One-way

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Overview: Train from Birmingham to London

distanceDistance162 km
durationAverage train duration1 h 48 min
priceAverage train ticket price€43 (€43)
changesDirect trainYes
carriersTrain companiesWest Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast or Cross Country

Trains from Birmingham to London cover the 162 km long route taking on average 1 h 48 min with our travel partners like West Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast or Cross Country. There are direct train services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as €21, but the average price of train tickets is €43. Travellers depart most frequently from Birmingham New Street and arrive in London Victoria.

Train providers: CrossCountry and Chiltern Railways trains Birmingham to London

Buy your official CrossCountry and Chiltern Railways train tickets between Birmingham and London from €21 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.

Chiltern Railways
CrossCountry

Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next train to London from Birmingham: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance.

Chiltern Railways from Birmingham to London train information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 59 min
  • Chiltern Railways frequency: 22 a day

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train to London from Birmingham you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

    Trains from Birmingham to London

    With around three direct trains from Birmingham to London per hour to choose from, it's always easy to find a suitable departure time. In fact, there are hundreds of trains between the two cities each week and a typical journey normally takes about one hour and 30 minutes.

    Which train companies travel from Birmingham to London?

    Most of the trains on the busy Birmingham to London route are operated by Virgin Trains. However, some of the days first and last trains are run by Chiltern Railways and some services are provided by, or in partnership with, CrossCountry Trains and East Midlands Trains.

    How long is the train from Birmingham to London?

    Train passengers from Birmingham can expect to reach London in just under one hour and 30 minutes. Some services are slightly faster while others, such as the late night Chiltern Railways train to London Marylebone, take about two hours from start to finish.

    How many trains are there from Birmingham to London?

    There are almost 150 direct trains to London from Birmingham each week. About 35 trains per day set off at intervals of approximately 20 minutes. The first train of the day leaves at around 5:15 a.m. and the last at about 11:00 p.m.

    What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Birmingham to London?

    Departure train station: Virgin Trains services from Birmingham to London normally depart from New Street Station. It is Birmingham's main station and easy to reach by bus or taxi. Access to trains from London is from the upper level, which is serviced by escalators and elevators. Some trains also leave from Birmingham Moor Street Station which is just a short walk from New Street and also well served by local buses.

    Arrival train station:Trains to London from Birmingham mainly terminate at Euston Station. Euston is just a few minutes walk from King's Cross Station and from the Eurostar links at St Pancras International. Travelers can take the underground (Victoria and Northern lines) to their final destination or catch one of the many buses that stop by the station concourse. Services provided by carriers like Chiltern Railways might arrive at Marylebone Station or St Pancras Station. Both stations are close to bus stops and taxi stands.

    Travel Tips: Trains from Birmingham to London

    Travel Tips: Travel by train to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to London.
    FAQs
    You can find a cheap train from Birmingham to London for some dates and times for as low as €21  one way in the next 7 days.
    If you are looking to buy your train ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Birmingham to London train to cost on average €43  one way.
    The distance between Birmingham and London by train is approximately 162 km.
    On average the Birmingham to London train time is 1 h 48 min  covering the 162 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or travelling on weekends and bank holidays.

    There are a few train stations in Birmingham to start your trip from including Birmingham New Street, Birmingham Moor Street and Birmingham International. In London you have a few train station options to choose from for your arrival including London Victoria, London Euston and London Kings Cross.

    Omio customers travelling this route depart most frequently from Birmingham New Street   and arrive in London Victoria.

    Passengers board the train most frequently from Birmingham New Street, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Victoria, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.

    Take the Birmingham to London train with West Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast or Cross Country. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to London from Birmingham as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
    Yes, you can look for direct trains from Birmingham to London with West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast or Chiltern Railways  without needing to change in between. Taking a direct train tends to save you time getting you to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to this when booking a ticket for this route.
    In general, we recommend booking tickets for trains in advance to score the best deals from all possible train providers offering this route and save money. If you buy train tickets to London from Birmingham within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average €43 one way. To find the best prices for this trip, consider booking your train ticket from Birmingham to London a few months in advance.

    Important Stations and Airports for this connection

    Birmingham
    London
    Birmingham New Street is the most popular Birmingham railway station for Omio travellers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Birmingham for your journey to London.
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    Mon - Sat: 05: 15 - 23: 00 | Sun: 07: 30 - 23: 00
    Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
    Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
    Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
    Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
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    Public transport options for Birmingham Moor Street
    Location for Rail Replacement Services: This station is not usually served by rail replacement buses, due to difficult road access. Replacement buses stop at Birmingham Snow Hill station.
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    Public transport options for Birmingham International
    Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
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