How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to London start from R 170. The average price for this train route is around R 875. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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 161 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 19m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to London route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from Chiltern Railways , West Midlands Railway , Avanti West Coast .

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

The earliest train from Birmingham to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:11.

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.

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

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

Which train operator offers 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.

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.

Train Birmingham to London from R 224

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to London on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:06	Birmingham New Street	2h 12m	17:18	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	15:47	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	17:06	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:06	Birmingham New Street	2h 14m	09:20	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	09:13	Marylebone	No tags
Train	07:17	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	08:38	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to London on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:06	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	17:17	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	07:47	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	09:06	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:06	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	09:17	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:14	Birmingham Moor Street	2h 3m	09:17	Marylebone	No tags
Train	07:17	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	08:38	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to London on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:13	Birmingham Moor Street	2h 2m	17:15	Marylebone	Cheapest
Train	15:47	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	17:08	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	08:26	Birmingham New Street	2h 2m	10:28	Euston Station	No tags
Train	08:28	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 47m	10:15	Marylebone	No tags
Train	09:07	Birmingham New Street	2h 41m	11:48	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to London on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:06	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	17:17	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	15:47	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	17:06	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:06	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	09:17	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	09:13	Marylebone	No tags
Train	07:17	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	08:38	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to London on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:15	Birmingham Moor Street	2h 11m	18:26	Marylebone	Cheapest
Train	15:47	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	17:06	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:06	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	09:17	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	09:13	Marylebone	No tags
Train	07:17	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	08:38	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to London on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:15	Birmingham Moor Street	2h 11m	18:26	Marylebone	Cheapest
Train	15:47	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	17:06	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:06	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	09:17	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	09:13	Marylebone	No tags
Train	07:17	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	08:38	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to London on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:06	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	17:17	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	15:47	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	17:06	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	07:06	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	09:17	Euston Station	No tags
Train	07:15	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	09:13	Marylebone	No tags
Train	07:17	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	08:38	Euston Station	No 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

163 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 147 - R 1 962	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 170 - R 4 116	Average duration2h 2m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 136 - R 583	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Chiltern Railways

4.5/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

West Midlands Railway

2.5/55 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.2

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to London start from R 170. The average price for this train route is around R 875. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
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 161 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 19m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to London route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to London?
The earliest train from Birmingham to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:11.
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to London?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Chiltern Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers 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.
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

09/12

R 519

10/12

R 519

Today

R 521

12/12

R 522

13/12

R 522

14/12

R 503

15/12

R 374

16/12

R 297

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to London was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 297

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 R 297 to R 3 963 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 R 297, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Avanti West Coast, 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.