The cheapest and fastest trains from Lichfield to Birmingham
Cheapest price on Oct 22
€9
Average ticket price on Oct 22
€9
Fastest journey on Oct 22
38 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
38 m
Trains on Oct 22
6
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lichfield to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lichfield to Birmingham will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Thu, Oct 22, we found 6 trains from Lichfield to Birmingham, including 6 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 22 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Thu, Oct 22 the slowest trains will take 38 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.
W706298:12 AM0h38Lichfield City (LIC)8:50 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€91One-way0 transfers
W706267:42 AM0h38Lichfield City (LIC)8:20 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€91One-way0 transfers
W706196:12 AM0h38Lichfield City (LIC)6:50 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€91One-way0 transfers
W706247:12 AM0h38Lichfield City (LIC)7:50 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€91One-way0 transfers
W706318:42 AM0h38Lichfield City (LIC)9:20 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€91One-way0 transfers
W706298:12 AM0h38Lichfield City (LIC)8:50 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€91One-way0 transfers
W706267:42 AM0h38Lichfield City (LIC)8:20 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€91One-way0 transfers
W706196:12 AM0h38Lichfield City (LIC)6:50 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€91One-way0 transfers
W706247:12 AM0h38Lichfield City (LIC)7:50 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€91One-way0 transfers
W706318:42 AM0h38Lichfield City (LIC)9:20 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€91One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lichfield to Birmingham
Trains from Lichfield to Birmingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:25, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 37m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 2:25 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Live departures
Lichfield to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Lichfield to Birmingham trains for today, Wednesday, October 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W70657 | On time 1:42 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0h38 | 2:20 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70660 | On time 2:12 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0h38 | 2:50 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70661 | On time 2:42 PM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0h38 | 3:20 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 22 | |||||
W70619 | 6:12 AM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0h38 | 6:50 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70621 | 6:42 AM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0h38 | 7:20 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70624 | 7:12 AM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0h38 | 7:50 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70626 | 7:42 AM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0h38 | 8:20 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70629 | 8:12 AM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0h38 | 8:50 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70631 | 8:42 AM Lichfield City (LIC) | 0h38 | 9:20 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Lichfield to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lichfield 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 Lichfield to Birmingham
Most Lichfield to Birmingham trains use the Lichfield City to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at University. Use this guide to compare Lichfield and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lichfield station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Lichfield City from Lichfield city centre
Lichfield City train station facilities and services
Lichfield City has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lichfield City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lichfield City. 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 Lichfield City: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lichfield City: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lichfield City: 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 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Lichfield Trent Valley from Lichfield city centre
Lichfield Trent Valley is 1 km from Lichfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Lichfield Trent Valley train station facilities and services
Lichfield Trent Valley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lichfield Trent Valley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lichfield Trent Valley. 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 Lichfield Trent Valley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lichfield Trent Valley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lichfield Trent Valley: 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 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 on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, 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 University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. 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 University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: 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.
Getting to Aston from Birmingham city centre
Aston is 3 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Aston train station facilities and services
Aston 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 Aston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aston. 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 Aston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Aston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aston: 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 no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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