Birmingham to Solihull train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Solihull

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 03
Cheapest price on Nov 03
€7
Average ticket price on Nov 03
€7
Fastest journey on Nov 03
8 m
Average journey duration on Nov 03
8 m
Trains on Nov 03
12
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 €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.

Fast trains

On Tue, Nov 03, we found 12 trains from Birmingham to Solihull, including 12 direct services.

On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .

On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 8 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.

  • Chiltern RailwaysL37351
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  • West Midlands TrainsY81119
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  • Chiltern RailwaysL37464
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  • Chiltern RailwaysL37386
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham to Solihull

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Trains from Birmingham to Solihull run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 10m.

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
14m
Cheapest ticket price
€5
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
10m
First train
12:25 AM
Last train
11:54 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
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

Live departures

Birmingham to Solihull train times

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

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Chiltern RailwaysL3769712:15 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
12:23 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY8110912:25 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h14
12:39 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL3768012:45 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
12:53 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY8114012:55 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h14
1:09 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL375891:15 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
1:23 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY811111:25 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h14
1:39 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL373515:15 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
5:23 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL374645:21 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
5:29 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY811195:25 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h14
5:39 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL379015:45 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
5:53 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY811505:55 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h14
6:09 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL373866:15 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0h08
6:23 PM Solihull station (SOL)0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Birmingham to Solihull trains with Omio?

Chiltern Railways as well as 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 to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Solihull.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Chiltern Railways with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Birmingham to Solihull.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of 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.

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways from Birmingham to Solihull trainsWest Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Birmingham and Solihull from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 West Midlands Trains Duration
12m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
€5
West Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
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

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom. Check the different ticket types for your next journey: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. 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 Chiltern Railways Duration
10m
Cheapest Chiltern Railways Price
€6
Chiltern Railways frequency
1 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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Birmingham and Solihull

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Birmingham to Solihull, you can count on Chiltern Railways, 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.

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 €5 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Solihull is €6; 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 10m 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 4 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.
A day trip to Solihull from Birmingham is worth doing with a journey time of 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
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.

Perry BarrPerry Barr station, Birchfield Road, Perry Barr, West Midlands, B20 3JEParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Perry Barr from Birmingham city centre

Perry Barr is 3 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainWolverhampton - Walsall, Wolverhampton - Rugeley Trent Valley, Birmingham New Street - Walsall, Birmingham New Street - Rugeley Trent Valley, Birmingham International - Rugeley Trent Valley, Wolverhampton - Hednesford · 11m · €2 · every ~4 min
Bus937, 997, 936, 998 · 11m · €2 · every ~32 min
52 · 23m · €2 · every ~18 min

Perry Barr train station facilities and services

Perry Barr has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Perry Barr.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Perry Barr. 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 Perry Barr: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Perry Barr: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Perry Barr: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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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