The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Stroud
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Stroud is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Stroud will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 3 trains that leave Birmingham for Stroud on Fri, Jul 10, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
8:12 AM1h22Birmingham9:34 AMStroud€241One-way0 transfers
9:12 AM1h21Birmingham10:33 AMStroud€301One-way0 transfers
12:12 PM1h23Birmingham1:35 PMStroud€431One-way0 transfers
9:12 AM1h21Birmingham10:33 AMStroud€301One-way0 transfers
8:12 AM1h22Birmingham9:34 AMStroud€241One-way0 transfers
12:12 PM1h23Birmingham1:35 PMStroud€431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Stroud
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Stroud among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 84 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€25 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Stroud train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Stroud trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:12 PM Birmingham | 1h23 | 1:35 PM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Birmingham | 1h36 | 5:06 PM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Stroud
Trains from Birmingham to Stroud run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 5:36 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to Stroud trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Stroud from €5. 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 Birmingham to Stroud
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Stroud 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 Stroud, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Stroud
Most Birmingham to Stroud trains use the Birmingham New Street to Stroud station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Stroud 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 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.
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. 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 University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: 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 ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Stroud station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Stroud from Stroud city centre
Stroud is 1 km from Stroud city centre. Public transport options include:
Stroud train station facilities and services
Stroud has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stroud.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stroud.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stroud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stroud: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stroud: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access to each platform via drop off points however step free access between the ticket office and Platform 2 can only be achieved via a stepbridge on the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, 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.
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