4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Tamworth
Cheapest price on Sep 15
€7
Average ticket price on Sep 15
€9
Fastest journey on Sep 15
15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
40 m
Trains on Sep 15
2
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Tamworth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Tamworth will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 2 trains from Birmingham to Tamworth, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
7:03 AM0h15Birmingham7:18 AMTamworth€71One-way0 transfers
4:41 AM1h05Birmingham5:46 AMTamworth€101One-way0 transfers
- 7:03 AM0h15Birmingham7:18 AMTamworth€71One-way0 transfers
- 4:41 AM1h05Birmingham5:46 AMTamworth€101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Tamworth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Tamworth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, while a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 22 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price | €15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Tamworth:
A train is €0.35 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Birmingham to Tamworth costing on average €9.
Other travel options to Tamworth take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 18m.
Live departures
Birmingham to Tamworth train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Tamworth trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:41 AM Birmingham | 1h05 | 5:46 AM Tamworth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:03 AM Birmingham | 0h15 | 7:18 AM Tamworth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Tamworth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Tamworth run on average 9 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 16m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 11:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Tamworth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Tamworth 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 Tamworth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Tamworth
Most Birmingham to Tamworth trains use the Birmingham New Street to Tamworth station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Tamworth 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 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.
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 Tamworth station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Tamworth from Tamworth city centre
Tamworth train station facilities and services
Tamworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tamworth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tamworth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tamworth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tamworth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tamworth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available - A2B Taxis are at Tamworth Station on 01827 311 111. All taxis are accessible. Public waiting area for taxis, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the station front, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 23:45 Sunday 08:00 - 23:30, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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