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

The average train ticket price from London to Birmingham is $59. The best way to find train tickets from London to Birmingham 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 London to Birmingham?

A train trip between London and Birmingham is around 1h 59m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 101 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between London and Birmingham?

The number of trains from London to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 26. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from London to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from London to Birmingham?

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

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

Once in Birmingham, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Spa, The National Sea Life, Twycross Zoo, City Canal Tour, Gas Street Basin.

Train London to Birmingham from $13

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Birmingham on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:35am	Marylebone	1h 59m	9:34am	Birmingham Moor Street	Cheapest
Train	7:10am	Euston Station	1h 17m	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Marylebone	1h 58m	9:05am	Birmingham Moor Street	No tags
Train	7:10am	Euston Station	1h 17m	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:23am	Euston Station	2h 22m	9:45am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for London to Birmingham on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:32pm	Marylebone	2h 3m	7:35pm	Birmingham Moor Street	Cheapest
Train	3:40pm	Euston Station	1h 16m	4:56pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:02am	Marylebone	2h 4m	9:06am	Birmingham Moor Street	No tags
Train	7:10am	Euston Station	1h 17m	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:23am	Euston Station	2h 21m	9:44am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for London to Birmingham on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:00am	Marylebone	2h 10m	10:10am	Birmingham Moor Street	Cheapest
Train	3:36pm	Euston Station	1h 20m	4:56pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:37am	Euston Station	2h 18m	9:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:40am	Euston Station	2h 34m	10:14am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:00pm	Marylebone	2h 10m	5:10pm	Birmingham Moor Street	No tags

Next departures for London to Birmingham on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	Marylebone	2h 3m	5:05pm	Birmingham Moor Street	Cheapest
Train	7:10am	Euston Station	1h 17m	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Marylebone	1h 58m	9:05am	Birmingham Moor Street	No tags
Train	7:10am	Euston Station	1h 17m	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:23am	Euston Station	2h 22m	9:45am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for London to Birmingham on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	Marylebone	2h 3m	5:05pm	Birmingham Moor Street	Cheapest
Train	7:10am	Euston Station	1h 17m	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Marylebone	1h 58m	9:05am	Birmingham Moor Street	No tags
Train	7:10am	Euston Station	1h 17m	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:23am	Euston Station	2h 22m	9:45am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for London to Birmingham on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:23pm	Euston Station	2h 22m	5:45pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:10am	Euston Station	1h 17m	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Marylebone	1h 58m	9:05am	Birmingham Moor Street	No tags
Train	7:10am	Euston Station	1h 17m	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:23am	Euston Station	2h 22m	9:45am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for London to Birmingham on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	Marylebone	2h 3m	5:05pm	Birmingham Moor Street	Cheapest
Train	7:10am	Euston Station	1h 17m	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Marylebone	1h 58m	9:05am	Birmingham Moor Street	No tags
Train	7:10am	Euston Station	1h 17m	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:23am	Euston Station	2h 22m	9:45am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for London to Birmingham on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:35am	Marylebone	1h 59m	9:34am	Birmingham Moor Street	Cheapest
Train	7:10am	Euston Station	1h 17m	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Marylebone	1h 58m	9:05am	Birmingham Moor Street	No tags
Train	7:10am	Euston Station	1h 17m	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:23am	Euston Station	2h 22m	9:45am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:26 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

101 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $115	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $234	Average Duration1h 59m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $31	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Chiltern Railways

4.5/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

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. Travelers 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 $22

Avanti West Coast London Birmingham recent customer reviews

Very disappointing my train was cancelled at the last minute and instead of me taking my one hour journey to Birmingham I had to take a train that took 2 hours so I had to cancel my pre- Xmas dinner with my friends

Linda O.

December 23, 2023

West Midlands Railway

2.5/55 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Birmingham by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/19

$45

11/20

$30

Today

$23

11/22

$23

11/23

$20

11/24

$26

11/25

$26

11/26

$24

The cheapest trip from London to Birmingham was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $218 for a train ticket from London to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-11-23.

Usually Avanti West Coast 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.