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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from East Midlands Airport to Birmingham
- Cheapest price on Nov 13
- €12
- Average ticket price on Nov 13
- €12
- Fastest journey on Nov 13
- 57 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 13
- 58 m
- Trains on Nov 13
- 3
- Distance
- 54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Midlands Airport to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Midlands Airport to Birmingham will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 3 trains from East Midlands Airport to Birmingham, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Fri, Nov 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
8:27 AM 0h57 East Midlands Airport 9:24 AM Birmingham €12 1 One-way 0 transfers8:54 AM 1h01 East Midlands Airport 9:55 AM Birmingham €12 1 One-way 0 transfers9:27 AM 0h57 East Midlands Airport 10:24 AM Birmingham €12 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:27 AM 0h57 East Midlands Airport 10:24 AM Birmingham €12 1 One-way 0 transfers8:27 AM 0h57 East Midlands Airport 9:24 AM Birmingham €12 1 One-way 0 transfers8:54 AM 1h01 East Midlands Airport 9:55 AM Birmingham €12 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from East Midlands Airport to Birmingham
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Trains from East Midlands Airport to Birmingham run on average 21 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 41m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 5:18 AM |
Last train 7:54 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
East Midlands Airport to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for East Midlands Airport to Birmingham trains for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01119 | 4:24 PM Long Eaton station (LGE) | 1h00 | 5:24 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 W70747+G00974 | On time 4:25 PM East Midlands Parkway (EMD) | 1h13 | 5:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C21610+W29937 | 4:32 PM Long Eaton station (LGE) | 0h55 | 5:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W70992+G01161 | On time 4:54 PM East Midlands Parkway (EMD) | 1h13 | 6:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C21327+G01161 | On time 5:11 PM Long Eaton station (LGE) | 0h56 | 6:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C21687+G00977 | On time 5:25 PM East Midlands Parkway (EMD) | 1h20 | 6:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W70998+W29909 | On time 5:58 PM East Midlands Parkway (EMD) | 1h09 | 7:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, November 13 | |||||
| 8:27 AM East Midlands Airport | 0h57 | 9:24 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:54 AM East Midlands Airport | 1h01 | 9:55 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:27 AM East Midlands Airport | 0h57 | 10:24 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from East Midlands Airport to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Midlands Airport 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 East Midlands Airport to Birmingham
Most East Midlands Airport to Birmingham trains use the Nottingham to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare East Midlands Airport and Birmingham 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 Northfield from Birmingham city centre
Northfield is 9 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Northfield train station facilities and services
Northfield 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 Northfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Northfield. 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 Northfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Northfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Northfield: 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 accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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