Lichfield to London train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lichfield to London

Showing times and prices for Nov 26

Cheapest price

€14

Average price

€43

Fastest journey

1 h 39 m

Average duration

2 h 27 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

175 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lichfield to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lichfield to London will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Lichfield for London on Wed, Nov 26, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .

On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 3 h 9 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.

West Midlands Trains
09:15AM2h09
Lichfield
11:24AMLondon
€141One-way
0 transfers
West Midlands Trains
06:15AM2h10
Lichfield
08:25AMLondon
€341One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
05:21AM1h39
Lichfield
07:00AMLondon
€421One-way
0 transfers
Chiltern Railways
08:13AM3h06
Lichfield
11:19AMLondon
€491One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
04:23AM3h15
Lichfield
07:38AMLondon
€731One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Lichfield to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lichfield to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €9.

Distance: 175 km

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€37

Average price

€10

Average price

Cheapest

2h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 10m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 17m

Average total duration

2h 47m

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30m

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Live departures

Lichfield to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Lichfield to London trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:07 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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chiltern_railways6:13 AM Lichfield
3h09
9:22 AM London0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coast6:43 AM Lichfield
2h23
9:06 AM London0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coast7:13 AM Lichfield
2h25
9:38 AM London0 transfersDirect
west_midlands_rail7:15 AM Lichfield
2h09
9:24 AM London0 transfersDirect
west_midlands_rail2:15 PM Lichfield
2h09
4:24 PM London0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Lichfield to London?

The best time to book your train from Lichfield to London is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Lichfield to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Lichfield to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Lichfield to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lichfield to London

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Trains from Lichfield to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 1h 42m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6
Distance
175 km
Average train duration
2h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
€9
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
1h 42m
First train
04:39
Last train
22:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways from Lichfield to London trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Lichfield and London from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Learn more about West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
€14
West Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Learn more about Avanti West Coast
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
€20
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Learn more about Chiltern Railways
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
€33
Chiltern Railways frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Lichfield to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lichfield to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Lichfield to London can start from as little as €25 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lichfield to London is €42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Lichfield to London is 1 h 45 min   to travel the 174 km long journey, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Lichfield to London leaves at 05: 12. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Lichfield to London leaves at 23: 40.
There are 6 trains a day from Lichfield to London which require at least one change with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast or Chiltern Railways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Lichfield to London train with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast or Chiltern Railways. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Lichfield to London as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 40.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Lichfield Trent Valley, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Euston, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to London from Lichfield is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Lichfield to London is February.
Yes, you can take a train from Lichfield to London.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Lichfield to London

Lichfield
London
The major train station for departures in Lichfield is Lichfield City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lichfield City for your trip from Lichfield to London.
Lichfield CityShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Lichfield City station, Station Road, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 6HX
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 19:00 Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1 and 2. These toilets are currently unavailable due to an ongoing issue of anti-social behaviour & vandalism.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Lichfield City
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front
Lichfield Trent ValleyParkingDiningAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Lichfield Trent Valley station, Station Approach,, off Burton Road, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 6HE
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 16:00 Sunday Closed None
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall. An entrance key can be requested from staff. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 06:00-19:00 and Sunday Closed. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Lichfield Trent Valley
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front

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