Worcester to Birmingham train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Worcester to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€14

Average price

€14

Fastest journey

39 m

Average duration

46 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

39 km

Cheap tickets

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

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

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Worcester for Birmingham on Sun, Dec 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 55 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 TrainsW05933
09:53AM1h03
Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS)
10:56AMBirmingham Snow Hill (BSW)
141One-way
0 transfers
West Midlands TrainsW05438
10:59AM0h39
Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS)
11:38AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
141One-way
0 transfers
West Midlands TrainsW05437
10:05AM0h41
Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS)
10:46AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
141One-way
0 transfers
West Midlands TrainsW07873
09:28AM0h55
Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS)
10:23AMBirmingham Snow Hill (BSW)
141One-way
0 transfers
West Midlands TrainsW07882
10:27AM0h55
Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS)
11:22AMBirmingham Snow Hill (BSW)
141One-way
0 transfers

Live departures

Worcester to Birmingham train times

The table below shows live departures for Worcester to Birmingham trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 4:10 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
west_midlands_rail4:43 AM Worcester
1h03
5:46 AM Birmingham0 transfersDirect
west_midlands_rail5:19 AM Worcester
0h59
6:18 AM Birmingham0 transfersDirect
west_midlands_rail7:47 AM Worcester
0h59
8:46 AM Birmingham0 transfersDirect
cross_country12:12 PM Worcester
0h43
12:55 PM Birmingham0 transfersDirect
cross_country5:15 PM Worcester
0h40
5:55 PM Birmingham0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Worcester to Birmingham

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Trains from Worcester to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 39m.

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
Distance
39 km
Average train duration
43m
Cheapest ticket price
€9
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
39m
First train
05:02
Last train
23:12
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

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry from Worcester to Birmingham trainsWest Midlands Trains, CrossCountry trains will get you between Worcester and Birmingham from €9. 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
41m
Cheapest Price
€9
West Midlands Trains frequency
7 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

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
€14
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Trains from Worcester to Birmingham: Journey Details

London Midland provides direct trains from Worcester to Birmingham. The weekday schedule begins with an early morning departure. There are around 6 trains an hour throughout the day until the final departure from Worcester late in the evening. Journey times range from 40 minutes to an hour and 20 minutes. The Sunday schedule features no early morning trains and a slightly reduced frequency. Weekday off-peak day return fares are available from 8:45 am. onwards.

Taking the Train from Worcester

Trains from Worcester to Birmingham depart from 2 stations, Shrub Hill, to the east of the centre, or Foregate Street, in the heart of the city. It is around 10 minutes on foot between the stations. Bus stops on Shrub Hill Road connect the station to the city centre and Worcester bus station. Foregate Street is close to the bus station and has local bus stops by the entrance and nearby on Sansome Street. Both stations have taxi ranks.

Getting into Birmingham by Train

Birmingham is a cosmopolitan and colourful Midlands metropolis, celebrated both for its industrial heritage and its modern cultural attractions. Highlights for visitors range from the city's Jewellery Quarter and the Cadbury World chocolate museum to its famous Balti restaurants. Trains from Worcester to Birmingham arrive at New Street, Moor Street or Snow Hill stations, located close together in the city centre. New Street is around 5 minutes on foot from Snow Hill or Moor Street and has bus stops close by on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street. Snow Hill has a Midland Metro tram stop beside the station entrance for connections across the city and region. Moor Street has bus connections from stops nearby on Queensway.

FAQs: Trains from Worcester to Birmingham

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Worcester 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Worcester to Birmingham can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Worcester to Birmingham is €13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Worcester to Birmingham train travel time is 37 min   for the 39 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Worcester to Birmingham leaves at 05: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Worcester to Birmingham leaves at 23: 12.
Yes, there are 8 direct trains a day from Worcester to Birmingham with West Midlands Trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Take the Worcester to Birmingham train with West Midlands Trains or CrossCountry. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to Birmingham from Worcester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 12.

When departing from Worcester, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Worcester Foregate Street and Worcester Shrub Hill. When arriving in Birmingham, you can end your journey in train stations like Birmingham New Street, Birmingham Moor Street and Birmingham Snow Hill.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Worcester Foregate Street, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Birmingham New Street, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Birmingham from Worcester is worth doing with a journey time of 37 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Worcester to Birmingham is June.
Yes, you can take a train from Worcester to Birmingham.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Worcester to Birmingham

Worcester
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Worcester is Worcester Foregate Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Worcester Foregate Street for your trip from Worcester to Birmingham.
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Amenities at train station
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:45 None
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • 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 by the Ticket Office.
  • 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 are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are available Monday - Sunday 05:40-21:30. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:40-21:30 .
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:40-21:30
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms on platforms 1 & 2, step free with push button automatic door opener
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Worcester Foregate Street
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering, Rail replacement buses will use the public bus stops on either side of Foregate Street at the front of the station
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Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 11:00 Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 11:00 Sunday 09:00 - 14:00 None
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
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:15-21:30. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Worcester Shrub Hill
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering, Rail replacement buses will use the public bus stops on Worcester Shrub Hill Road near to the drive to the station

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