Train from Birmingham to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to London on 25 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Chiltern RailwaysTrain
Birmingham Moor Street
MaryleboneCheapestFastest
Chiltern RailwaysTrain
Birmingham Moor Street
MaryleboneNo tags
Chiltern RailwaysTrain
Birmingham Moor Street
MaryleboneNo tags
Chiltern RailwaysTrain
Birmingham Moor Street
MaryleboneNo tags
Chiltern RailwaysTrain
Birmingham Moor Street
MaryleboneNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just €11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
2h 10mAverage duration
163 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€6 - €100Average duration3h 35m
4kg CO₂e
Average price€7 - €438Average duration2h 2m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€11 - €30Average duration2h 10m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to London by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to London?

    The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to London start from €7. The average price for this train route is around €52. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Birmingham to London?

    The average train journey time from Birmingham to London is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 160 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 19m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.

  3. Which train operators serve the Birmingham to London route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 17 trains available per day, including services from Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Railway.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to London?

    The earliest train from Birmingham to London departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 23:11.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Birmingham to London?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to London?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Chiltern Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Birmingham to London?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to London?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Chiltern Railways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
22/01
€22
23/01
€50
Today
€18
25/01
€50
26/01
€14
27/01
€14
28/01
€14
29/01
€16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to London was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of €14

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

You can expect to pay from €14 to €200 for a train ticket from Birmingham to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €14, which is on 2026-01-26.

Usually Chiltern Railways 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.

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