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

The average train ticket price from Birmingham to London is $52. The best way to find train tickets from Birmingham to London is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Birmingham to London?

A train trip between Birmingham and London is around 2h 3m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 19m. This is the time it takes to travel the 101 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Birmingham and London?

The number of trains from Birmingham to London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 23. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Birmingham to London by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Birmingham to London?

When taking the train from Birmingham to London, you can travel comfortably and safely with Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.

What are the best sights and things to do in London?

Once in London, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Madame Tussauds London, Kew Gardens, London Mithraeum, The British Museum, St Paul's Cathedral.

Train Birmingham to London from $10

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to London on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:06pm	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	5:17pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	3:47pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	5:06pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	3:17pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 23m	4:40pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	3:36pm	Birmingham New Street	2h 15m	5:51pm	Euston Station	No tags
Train	3:45pm	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 59m	5:44pm	Marylebone	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to London on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:06pm	Birmingham New Street	2h 12m	5:18pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	3:47pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	5:06pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Birmingham New Street	2h 14m	9:20am	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:15am	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	9:13am	Marylebone	No tags
Train	7:17am	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	8:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to London on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:13pm	Birmingham Moor Street	2h 2m	5:15pm	Marylebone	Cheapest
Train	7:47am	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	9:06am	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	9:17am	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:14am	Birmingham Moor Street	2h 3m	9:17am	Marylebone	No tags
Train	7:17am	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	8:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to London on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:13pm	Birmingham Moor Street	2h 2m	5:15pm	Marylebone	Cheapest
Train	3:17pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 22m	4:39pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	8:26am	Birmingham New Street	2h 2m	10:28am	Euston Station	No tags
Train	8:28am	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 47m	10:15am	Marylebone	No tags
Train	9:07am	Birmingham New Street	2h 41m	11:48am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to London on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:06pm	Birmingham New Street	2h 12m	5:18pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	3:47pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	5:06pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Birmingham New Street	2h 14m	9:20am	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:15am	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	9:13am	Marylebone	No tags
Train	7:17am	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	8:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to London on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:15pm	Birmingham Moor Street	2h 11m	6:26pm	Marylebone	Cheapest
Train	3:47pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	5:06pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Birmingham New Street	2h 14m	9:20am	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:15am	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	9:13am	Marylebone	No tags
Train	7:17am	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	8:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to London on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:06pm	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	5:17pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	3:47pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	5:06pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Birmingham New Street	2h 14m	9:20am	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:15am	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	9:13am	Marylebone	No tags
Train	7:17am	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	8:38am	Euston Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to London

We recommend carpooling

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

2carpool per day

2h 10mAverage Duration

101 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $114	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $239	Average Duration2h 3m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $31	Average Duration2h 10m	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

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham to London by train

How much does a train ticket from Birmingham to London cost?
How long is the train trip from Birmingham to London?
How many daily trains are there between Birmingham and London?
Which train companies travel from Birmingham to London?
What are the best sights and things to do in London?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/18

$30

11/19

$45

Today

$30

11/21

$30

11/22

$20

11/23

$29

11/24

$16

11/25

$17

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to London was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $16

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 $16 to $223 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 $16 which is on 2025-11-24.

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.