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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for May 16
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
142 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Birmingham will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Fast trains
Of the 33 trains that leave Cardiff for Birmingham on Sat, May 16, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct trains cover the 142 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 59 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.
C749878:00 PM2h06Cardiff Central (CDF)10:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€341One-way0 transfers- C749918:49 PM1h56Cardiff Central (CDF)10:45 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€341One-way0 transfers
- C749856:45 PM2h00Cardiff Central (CDF)8:45 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€391One-way0 transfers
- C749709:45 AM2h00Cardiff Central (CDF)11:45 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€451One-way0 transfers
- C750042:45 PM2h00Cardiff Central (CDF)4:45 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€451One-way0 transfers
- C74904+
L231788:23 AM1h56Cardiff Central (CDF)10:19 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€531One-way1 transfer - C749918:49 PM1h56Cardiff Central (CDF)10:45 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€341One-way0 transfers
- L23189+C749154:23 PM1h56Cardiff Central (CDF)6:19 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€941One-way1 transfer
- L23186+C749132:21 PM1h58Cardiff Central (CDF)4:19 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€531One-way1 transfer
- L23184+C7490912:20 PM1h59Cardiff Central (CDF)2:19 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€531One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 142 km
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€44 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Birmingham trains for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C74984 | On time 6:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h01 | 8:46 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C74986 | On time 7:50 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h04 | 9:54 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C74990 | On time 8:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 10:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P22818+C75310 | On time 9:20 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h34 | 11:54 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C74993 | On time 9:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h17 | 12:02 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23174+C74900 | 6:20 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h59 | 8:19 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C74967 | 6:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h05 | 8:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23175+C75327 | 6:48 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h07 | 8:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| L23176+C74902 | 7:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h01 | 9:19 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C74995 | 7:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 9:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23177+C75329 | 7:50 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h05 | 9:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| L23178+C74904 | 8:23 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h56 | 10:19 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C74969 | 8:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 10:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23179+C75331 | 8:51 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h04 | 10:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| L23180+C74906 | 9:19 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 11:19 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C74970 | 9:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 11:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23182+C74908 | 10:20 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h59 | 12:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C74998 | 10:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 12:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23183+C75305 | 11:20 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h59 | 1:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C74973 | 11:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 1:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23184+C74909 | 12:20 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h59 | 2:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C75007 | 12:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 2:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23185+C74911 | 1:20 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h59 | 3:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C74976 | 1:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 3:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23186+C74913 | 2:21 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h58 | 4:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C75004 | 2:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 4:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23188+C75306 | 3:20 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h59 | 5:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C74979 | 3:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 5:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23189+C74915 | 4:23 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h56 | 6:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C74982 | 4:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 6:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23190+C72357 | 5:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 7:18 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C75001 | 5:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h00 | 7:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23191+C72029 | 6:19 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h59 | 8:18 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Cardiff to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Birmingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:25, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 142 km distance in 1h 54m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €10
Distance 142 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 2:25 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €10
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Birmingham from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest Price
€15
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
€69
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
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
2h 56m
Cheapest Price
€40
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
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 48m
Cheapest Price
€36
Great Western Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
€130
Cross Country frequency
6 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
€135
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
15 a day
FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Birmingham can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff to Birmingham is €44; 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 Cardiff to Birmingham is 1h 54m to travel the 142 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 Cardiff to Birmingham leaves at 2:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Cardiff to Birmingham leaves at 10:12 PM.
Yes,there are 3 direct trains a day from Cardiff to Birmingham with CrossCountry, Cross Country. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Cardiff to Birmingham, you can count on CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Cardiff and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Birmingham from Cardiff is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 54m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Cardiff to Birmingham is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Birmingham
Cardiff
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Cardiff Central
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
Cathays
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Hotel
- Travelodge
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Cathays
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
Cardiff Queen Street
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
- Travelodge
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Cardiff Queen Street
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your journey to Birmingham from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transit 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Distance to city center
12 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit 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.
University
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 20:00 Saturday 08:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station is adjacent to public bike parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for University
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect you from: For services towards Selly Oak / Longbridge / Redditch - the public bus stop QE (Vincent Drive) on the near side of New Fosse Way outside the station. For services towards Birmingham - the public bus stop QD (Vincent Drive) on the far side of New Fosse Way, opposite the station.
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