How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham start at $49. The average price for this train route is around $181. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

The average train trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham takes 5h and covers 396 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 6m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , Avanti West Coast .

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

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Birmingham departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 6:52pm.

What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Edinburgh to Birmingham from $77

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:52pm	Waverley	4h 14m	9:06pm	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	3:07pm	Waverley	5h	8:07pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	4:52pm	Waverley	4h 14m	9:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Waverley	5h	8:07pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	4:07pm	Waverley	5h	9:07pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Waverley	6h 2m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	5:09pm	Waverley	5h 23m	10:32pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Waverley	6h 2m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:08am	Waverley	5h 57m	2:05pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:08am	Waverley	5h 57m	2:05pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:08am	Waverley	5h 57m	4:05pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	4:51pm	Waverley	4h 14m	9:05pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	9:08am	Waverley	5h 58m	3:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	10:51am	Waverley	4h 15m	3:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:08am	Waverley	5h 58m	3:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:52pm	Waverley	4h 14m	9:06pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:52am	Waverley	4h 14m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:52am	Waverley	4h 14m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:05pm	Waverley	5h 2m	9:07pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:52am	Waverley	4h 14m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:52am	Waverley	4h 14m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:52am	Waverley	4h 14m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:52am	Waverley	4h 14m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:08am	Waverley	4h 58m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:52pm	Waverley	4h 14m	9:06pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:52am	Waverley	4h 14m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:52am	Waverley	4h 14m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh 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 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 10mAverage Duration

395 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $181	Average Duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $888	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$68 - $84	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at $49

Avanti West Coast Edinburgh Birmingham recent customer reviews

No words to express my feelings, just can say that it was wonderful.

Sayed A.

October 15, 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham start at $49. The average price for this train route is around $181. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
The average train trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham takes 5h and covers 396 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 6m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Birmingham departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 6:52pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

$105

12-11

$109

Today

$154

12-13

$155

12-14

$155

12-15

$86

12-16

$98

12-17

$77

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $77

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

You can expect to pay from $77 to $857 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.