The cheapest and fastest trains from Telford to Birmingham
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Telford to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Telford to Birmingham will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 9 trains that leave Telford for Birmingham on Wed, Jul 22, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 41 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.
3:51 PM0h41Telford4:32 PMBirmingham€51One-way0 transfers
8:51 AM0h41Telford9:32 AMBirmingham€51One-way0 transfers
6:51 AM0h41Telford7:32 AMBirmingham€51One-way0 transfers
10:51 AM0h41Telford11:32 AMBirmingham€51One-way0 transfers
9:51 AM0h41Telford10:32 AMBirmingham€51One-way0 transfers
8:53 AM0h37Telford9:30 AMBirmingham€81One-way0 transfers
10:51 PM0h41Telford11:32 PMBirmingham€181One-way0 transfers
6:51 AM0h41Telford7:32 AMBirmingham€51One-way0 transfers
9:51 AM0h41Telford10:32 AMBirmingham€51One-way0 transfers
3:51 PM0h41Telford4:32 PMBirmingham€51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Telford to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Telford to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 43 km
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1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Telford to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Telford to Birmingham trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W11207 | On time 8:26 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 1h00 | 9:26 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W45217 | On time 8:53 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 0h37 | 9:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16885 | On time 9:18 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 0h42 | 10:00 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16885 · Y81104 | On time 9:18 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 0h58 | 10:16 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
![]() | 6:31 AM Telford | 1h02 | 7:33 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:51 AM Telford | 0h41 | 7:32 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Telford to Birmingham
Trains from Telford to Birmingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 37m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 1:45 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Telford to Birmingham trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Telford and Birmingham from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Telford to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Telford 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 Telford to Birmingham
Most Telford to Birmingham trains use the Telford Central to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Telford and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Telford station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Telford Central from Telford city centre
Telford Central train station facilities and services
Telford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Telford Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Telford Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Telford Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Telford Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Telford Central: 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 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: No.
Getting to Oakengates from Telford city centre
Oakengates is 1 km from Telford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oakengates train station facilities and services
Oakengates has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oakengates.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oakengates: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oakengates: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oakengates: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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.
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 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.
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