The cheapest and fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham
Cheapest price on Sep 15
€8
Average ticket price on Sep 15
€20
Fastest journey on Sep 15
49 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
49 m
Trains on Sep 15
18
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 18 trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham, including 13 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 49 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.
W70526 · C16936 · W8813511:57 AM1h34Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)1:31 PMBirmingham Snow Hill (BSW)€81One-way2 transfers
W70513 · C16932 · W8813110:57 AM1h34Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)12:31 PMBirmingham Snow Hill (BSW)€101One-way2 transfers
W70492 · C16923 · W881228:57 AM1h34Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)10:31 AMBirmingham Snow Hill (BSW)€111One-way2 transfers
W70503 · C16927 · W881279:57 AM1h34Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)11:31 AMBirmingham Snow Hill (BSW)€111One-way2 transfers
W2986610:44 AM0h49Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)11:33 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€141One-way0 transfers
W298517:44 AM0h49Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)8:33 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€361One-way0 transfers
G011388:44 AM0h49Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)9:33 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€361One-way0 transfers
G011449:44 AM0h49Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)10:33 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€161One-way0 transfers
W2986610:44 AM0h49Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)11:33 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€141One-way0 transfers
W2987111:44 AM0h49Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)12:33 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 61 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€12 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 13m.
Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00997 | 6:05 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0h52 | 6:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34115 | 7:04 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h00 | 8:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29851 | 7:44 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0h49 | 8:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70481 · C16918 · W88104 | 7:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h34 | 9:31 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
G01003 | 8:04 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0h53 | 8:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01138 | 8:44 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0h49 | 9:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70492 · C16923 · W88122 | 8:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h34 | 10:31 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
G01005 | 9:04 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0h53 | 9:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01144 | 9:44 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0h49 | 10:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70503 · C16927 · W88127 | 9:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h34 | 11:31 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
G01009 | 10:04 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0h53 | 10:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29866 | 10:44 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0h49 | 11:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70513 · C16932 · W88131 | 10:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h34 | 12:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
G01013 | 11:04 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0h53 | 11:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29871 | 11:44 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0h49 | 12:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70526 · C16936 · W88135 | 11:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h34 | 1:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
G01018 | 12:05 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0h52 | 12:57 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29877 | 12:44 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0h49 | 1:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham
Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 49m.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 4:56 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham
Most Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent 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, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. 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 Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 Longport from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Longport train station facilities and services
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Longport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444, 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 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 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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