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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Hemel Hempstead | Birmingham New Street | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Hemel Hempstead | Birmingham New Street | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Hemel Hempstead | Birmingham New Street | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. West Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £9
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham start from £9. The average price for this train route is around £9. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 79 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 13m and is operated by West Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham departs at 07:52. And the latest train departs at 09:23.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £20To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £20 to £20 for a train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2025-12-14.
What's the cheapest way to go from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Hemel Hempstead and Birmingham is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £9 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £9. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Birmingham, choose the train, as it will take you from Hemel Hempstead to Birmingham in about 2h 20m – that's the fastest way to get there!
