Christchurch to Birmingham by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Christchurch to Birmingham? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 194 kilometres.

Train cost between Christchurch to Birmingham

Getting from Christchurch to Birmingham by rail typically costs AU$188.37, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train timetable for travel between Christchurch and Birmingham

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Christchurch to Birmingham by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:23

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 23:20

  • First daily departure (weekend): 05:50

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:14

  • Average number of daily trains: 23 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 50 minutes

Average train travel time from Christchurch to Birmingham

The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 6 minutes, travelling a total distance of 194 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Christchurch and Birmingham?

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making the most of your Christchurch to Birmingham travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Birmingham.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Christchurch to Birmingham?

The total distance from Christchurch to Birmingham is 194 kilometres.

What is the Christchurch to Birmingham train price?

The lowest price available on this route is AU$188.37. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

How far in advance can I book my Christchurch to Birmingham train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 5 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Christchurch to Birmingham by train?

The fastest journey is 3 hours and 6 minutes.