How much is the train ticket from Bristol to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Birmingham start at $28. The average price for this train route is around $74. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Bristol to Birmingham?

The average train trip from Bristol to Birmingham takes 1h 13m and covers 116 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 8m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Bristol to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to Birmingham?

The earliest train from Bristol to Birmingham departs at 7:09am. The latest train departs at 10:27pm.

Train Bristol to Birmingham from $27

Next train departures

Next departures for Bristol to Birmingham on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:42pm	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	5:55pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	1h 10m	8:19am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	1h 10m	8:19am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Birmingham on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:42am	Bristol Parkway	1h 12m	9:54am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	1h 10m	8:19am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	1h 10m	8:19am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Birmingham on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:42am	Bristol Parkway	1h 12m	9:54am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	1h 10m	8:19am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	1h 10m	8:19am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Birmingham on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	1h 10m	8:19am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	1h 10m	8:19am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:09am	Bristol Parkway	1h 11m	9:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Birmingham on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:42am	Bristol Parkway	1h 12m	9:54am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	1h 10m	8:19am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	1h 10m	8:19am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	1h 13m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:03 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

125 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $79	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$28 - $361	Average Duration1h 13m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $26	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $28

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol to Birmingham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Bristol to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Birmingham start at $28. The average price for this train route is around $74. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Bristol to Birmingham?
The average train trip from Bristol to Birmingham takes 1h 13m and covers 116 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 8m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Bristol to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Bristol to Birmingham departs at 7:09am. The latest train departs at 10:27pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$54

12-11

$55

Today

$72

12-13

$54

12-14

No data

12-15

$63

12-16

$63

12-17

$62

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $54

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bristol to Birmingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $54 to $351 for a train ticket from Bristol to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-12-13.