Birmingham to Solihull train with Chiltern Railways

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Solihull

Showing times and prices for Aug 04

Cheapest price

€6

Average price

€6

Fastest journey

8 m

Average duration

10 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

11 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Birmingham to Solihull will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Birmingham for Solihull on Tue, Aug 04, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .

On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 14 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.

  • West Midlands TrainsY81109
    12:25 PM0h14
    Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
    12:39 PMSolihull station (SOL)
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Chiltern RailwaysL37680
    12:45 PM0h08
    Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
    12:53 PMSolihull station (SOL)
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Chiltern RailwaysL37697
    12:15 PM0h08
    Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
    12:23 PMSolihull station (SOL)
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Chiltern RailwaysL37589
    1:15 PM0h08
    Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
    1:23 PMSolihull station (SOL)
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • West Midlands TrainsY81111
    1:25 PM0h14
    Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
    1:39 PMSolihull station (SOL)
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Solihull

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Solihull among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €3.

Distance: 11 km

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€5

Average price

€3

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Cheapest

41m

Average total duration

Fastest

11m

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30m

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1h 5m

Average total duration

35m

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Live departures

Birmingham to Solihull train times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Solihull trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Chiltern RailwaysL37561
On time
9:15 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
9:23 AM Solihull station (SOL)
0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL37368
On time
9:20 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
9:28 AM Solihull station (SOL)
0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL37697
On time
12:15 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
12:23 PM Solihull station (SOL)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY81109
On time
12:25 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h14
12:39 PM Solihull station (SOL)
0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL37680
On time
12:45 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
12:53 PM Solihull station (SOL)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY81140
On time
12:55 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h14
1:09 PM Solihull station (SOL)
0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL37589
On time
1:15 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
1:23 PM Solihull station (SOL)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY81111
On time
1:25 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h14
1:39 PM Solihull station (SOL)
0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL37788
On time
7:15 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
7:23 PM Solihull station (SOL)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY81078
On time
7:25 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h14
7:39 PM Solihull station (SOL)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY81086
On time
7:55 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h16
8:11 PM Solihull station (SOL)
0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL373818:17 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
8:25 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY81095
On time
8:55 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h16
9:11 PM Solihull station (SOL)
0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL375439:15 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
9:23 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect

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Chiltern Railways as well as West Midlands Trains or West Midlands Trains offer trains services from Birmingham to Solihull.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Birmingham to Solihull.

Why book with Omio vs Chiltern Railways?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Chiltern Railways, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Solihull.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Solihull.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham to Solihull.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham to Solihull

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Trains from Birmingham to Solihull run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 8m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
11 km
Average train duration
11m
Cheapest ticket price
€3
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
8m
First train
12:25 AM
Last train
11:54 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
49 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Solihull trainsChiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham and Solihull from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Chiltern Railways

About
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 #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8m
Cheapest Price
€3
Chiltern Railways frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14m
Cheapest Price
€3
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Solihull

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Solihull 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 Solihull, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Solihull can start from as little as €3 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Solihull is €5; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Birmingham to Solihull is 8m to travel the 11 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Birmingham to Solihull leaves at 12:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Birmingham to Solihull leaves at 11:54 PM.
Yes,there are 8 direct trains a day from Birmingham to Solihull with Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Birmingham to Solihull, you can count on Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains for the best way to get you to Solihull. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Solihull and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Solihull from Birmingham is worth doing with a journey time of 8m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Birmingham to Solihull is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Solihull including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Birmingham to Solihull

Most Birmingham to Solihull trains use the Birmingham Moor Street to Solihull station pair, with some services arriving at Olton. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Solihull train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Birmingham
Arrival train stations in Solihull

Which Birmingham station do trains to Solihull leave from?

Trains from Birmingham to Solihull leave from Birmingham Moor Street. The station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre at Birmingham Moor Street station, Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 7UL.
Birmingham Moor StreetBirmingham Moor Street station, Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 7ULWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre

TrainBirmingham Snow Hill - Whitlocks End, Birmingham Snow Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate Street - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Birmingham Moor Street, Worcester Foregate Street - Birmingham Moor Street, Worcester Shrub Hill - Dorridge, Stourbridge Junction - Dorridge, Birmingham Snow Hill - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Leamington Spa, Birmingham Snow Hill - Leamington Spa, Worcester Shrub Hill - Leamington Spa, Kidderminster - Stratford-upon-Avon, Kidderminster - Whitlocks End, Stourbridge Junction - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate Street - Whitlocks End · 2m · €1 · every ~7 min
Bus16 · 13m · €2 · every ~27 min
TramMetro · 16m · every ~15 min

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.

Birmingham Snow HillBirmingham Snow Hill station, Colmore Row, Birmingham, West Midlands, B3 2BJShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre

Bus52 · 0m · €2 · every ~18 min

Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services

Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. 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 Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: 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 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 available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Acocks GreenAcocks Green station, Yardley Road, Acocks Green, West Midlands, B27 6EB+44 333 311 0039ParkingDiningAccessibilityTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Acocks Green from Birmingham city centre

Acocks Green is 6 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBirmingham Snow Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate Street - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Dorridge, Stourbridge Junction - Dorridge, Birmingham Snow Hill - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Leamington Spa, Birmingham Snow Hill - Leamington Spa, Worcester Shrub Hill - Leamington Spa, Kidderminster - Stratford-upon-Avon, Birmingham Moor Street - Leamington Spa · 7m · €2 · every ~4 min
Birmingham Snow Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate Street - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Dorridge, Stourbridge Junction - Dorridge, Birmingham Snow Hill - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Leamington Spa, Birmingham Snow Hill - Leamington Spa, Worcester Shrub Hill - Leamington Spa, Kidderminster - Stratford-upon-Avon · 11m · €2 · every ~4 min
Bus4A, 4 · 33m · €2 · every ~45 min
4A, 4 · 36m · €2 · every ~45 min

Acocks Green train station facilities and services

Acocks Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Acocks Green.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Acocks Green. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Acocks Green: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Acocks Green: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Acocks Green: 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 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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