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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham
Cheapest price on Oct 06
€53
Average ticket price on Oct 06
€96
Fastest journey on Oct 06
4 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Oct 06
4 h 14 m
Trains on Oct 06
22
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham will cost around €96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
On Tue, Oct 06, we found 22 trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham, including 20 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 06 the direct trains cover the 395 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 14 m .
On Tue, Oct 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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.
W342684:52 PM4h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€531One-way0 transfers- W338616:52 PM4h15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:07 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€531One-way0 transfers
- W005872:52 PM4h15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:07 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€581One-way0 transfers
- W342656:52 AM4h15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:07 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€581One-way0 transfers
- W339338:52 AM4h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€621One-way0 transfers
- W3406010:52 AM4h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€951One-way0 transfers
- W342684:52 PM4h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€531One-way0 transfers
- W3412412:52 PM4h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€951One-way0 transfers
- W339338:52 AM4h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:06 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€621One-way0 transfers
- W005872:52 PM4h15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:07 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€581One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 395 km distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 395 km |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 7:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham trains for today, Monday, October 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33933 | Delayed 7:52 AM 8:52 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h14 | 1:46 PM 1:46 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 G00842 | On time 6:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h24 | 11:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33861 | Delayed 5:54 PM 6:52 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h15 | 11:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, October 6 | |||||
| W29862 | 6:02 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h04 | 11:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34265 | 6:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h15 | 11:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29868 | 7:03 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h01 | 12:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29873 | 8:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h58 | 1:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33933 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h14 | 1:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01148 | 9:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h59 | 2:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29884 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h01 | 3:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29935+ C01942 | 10:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h58 | 3:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34060 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h14 | 3:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01153 | 11:04 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h00 | 4:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01154 | 12:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h01 | 5:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29937+C02007 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h57 | 5:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W34124 | 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h14 | 5:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01161 | 1:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h02 | 6:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29909 | 2:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h03 | 7:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W00587 | 2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h15 | 7:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01166 | 3:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h03 | 8:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01169 | 4:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h02 | 9:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34268 | 4:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h14 | 9:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01170 | 5:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h05 | 10:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Birmingham
Most Edinburgh to Birmingham trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Snow Hill. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 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 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.
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