The cheapest and fastest trains from Cradley Heath to Birmingham
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- €7
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- €7
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 24 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 24 m
- Trains on Nov 04
- 1
- Distance
- 12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cradley Heath to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cradley Heath to Birmingham will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 1 trains from Cradley Heath to Birmingham, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 24 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.

8:37 AM 0h24 Cradley Heath 9:01 AM Birmingham €7 1 One-way 0 transfers

8:37 AM 0h24 Cradley Heath 9:01 AM Birmingham €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cradley Heath to Birmingham
Trains from Cradley Heath to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 21m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 5:47 AM |
Last train 11:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Live departures
Cradley Heath to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Cradley Heath to Birmingham trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W88084 | 8:07 AM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0h24 | 8:31 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y81132 | 8:25 AM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0h21 | 8:46 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W88096 | 8:37 AM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0h24 | 9:01 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y81100 | 8:55 AM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0h21 | 9:16 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W88104 | 9:07 AM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0h24 | 9:31 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y81134 | 9:25 AM Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0h21 | 9:46 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Cradley Heath to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cradley Heath 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cradley Heath to Birmingham
Most Cradley Heath to Birmingham trains use the Cradley Heath to Birmingham Snow Hill station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham New Street. Use this guide to compare Cradley Heath and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cradley Heath station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Cradley Heath from Cradley Heath city centre
Cradley Heath train station facilities and services
Cradley Heath has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cradley Heath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cradley Heath. 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 Cradley Heath: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cradley Heath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cradley Heath: 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 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.
Which Birmingham station do trains from Cradley Heath arrive at?
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
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.
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 Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
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.
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