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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dover to Birmingham
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €49
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €81
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 3 h 8 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 3 h 8 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 21
- Distance
- 266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dover to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to Birmingham will cost around €81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.
It's difficult to get from Dover to Birmingham without transferring at least 2 times.
W33870 · VT950200+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+
P859828:48 PM 4h42 Dover Priory (DVP) 1:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €49 1 One-way 3 transfers- C01356+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+P85970
6:48 PM 3h08 Dover Priory (DVP) 9:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €55 1 One-way 2 transfers - P90327_P90297 · P85709+C01354+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
5:54 PM 3h34 Dover Priory (DVP) 9:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €62 1 One-way 3 transfers - W34049+P90333_P90303+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+P85715
6:54 PM 3h33 Dover Priory (DVP) 10:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €62 1 One-way 3 transfers - W34164+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+P85964
5:48 PM 3h09 Dover Priory (DVP) 8:57 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €62 1 One-way 2 transfers
- W34289+P85933+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
12:48 PM 3h08 Dover Priory (DVP) 3:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €78 1 One-way 2 transfers - W34287+P85939+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
1:48 PM 3h08 Dover Priory (DVP) 4:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €93 1 One-way 2 transfers - C01356+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+P85970
6:48 PM 3h08 Dover Priory (DVP) 9:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €55 1 One-way 2 transfers - W34292+P85926+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
11:48 AM 3h09 Dover Priory (DVP) 2:57 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €78 1 One-way 2 transfers - W34286+P85906+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
8:48 AM 3h09 Dover Priory (DVP) 11:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €101 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Dover to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Dover to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 266 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 266 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 4:26 AM |
Last train 9:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Live departures
Dover to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to Birmingham trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P85916+W33142+ L05066+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | On time 9:48 AM Dover Priory (DVP) | 3h56 | 1:44 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
P85916+W33142+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ G00963 | On time 9:48 AM Dover Priory (DVP) | 3h52 | 1:40 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
P85916+ L38478+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone | On time 9:48 AM Dover Priory (DVP) | 4h19 | 2:07 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
| P88195 · P86152+L38517+Tube from London Victoria to London Marylebone | On time 9:50 AM Dover Priory (DVP) | 4h46 | 2:36 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3 transfers | |
| W33375+P85922+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 12:39 PM 10:45 AMDover Priory (DVP) | 3h11 | 1:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| P85906+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+W34286 | 8:48 AM Dover Priory (DVP) | 3h09 | 11:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| P90346 · P85648+W33924+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | 8:52 AM Dover Priory (DVP) | 3h35 | 12:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Dover and Birmingham
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Dover to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover 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 Dover to Birmingham
Most Dover to Birmingham trains use the Dover Priory to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Dover and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dover station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Dover Priory from Dover city centre
Dover Priory train station facilities and services
Dover Priory has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dover Priory.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dover Priory.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dover Priory. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dover Priory: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dover Priory: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dover Priory: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs via booking hall, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: At the front of the station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, 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.
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.
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