London to Birmingham by train
Compare prices, times and book fast direct trains
Overview: trains from London to Birmingham
Find the key information for travelling by train from London to Birmingham, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Travelling from London to Birmingham by train
Want to know how to get from London to Birmingham by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from London to Birmingham take around 1 hour and 16 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 162 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving London is scheduled to depart at around 05:34. The last departure is usually at around 23:30 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave London at around 06:23, with the last train leaving at around 23:25. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 90 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 9 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$27.74.
We think any time is a great time to visit Birmingham, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Birmingham.
Is there a direct train from London to Birmingham?
Yes, there is a direct train from London to Birmingham.
How long does it take to travel from London to Birmingham?
The London to Birmingham train travel takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the London to Birmingham train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Birmingham leaving London at around 05:34 and the last train leaving at around 23:30 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves London at around 06:23, with the final departure at 23:25.
Other train journeys from London
- From London to Nice From AU$78.11
- From London to Rome From AU$343.10
- From London to Florence From AU$270.10
- From London to Turin From AU$200.02
- From London to Venice From AU$283.97
- From London to Verona From AU$292.00
- From London to Milan From AU$197.10
- From London to Paris From AU$59.13
- From London to Brussels From AU$59.13
- From London to Berlin From AU$164.25
- From London to Frankfurt am Main From AU$93.44
- From London to Munich From AU$94.17
- From London to Amsterdam From AU$59.13
- From London to Rotterdam From AU$59.13
- From London to Geneva From AU$77.38
Other train journeys to Birmingham
- From Glasgow to Birmingham From AU$52.56
- From Wolverhampton to Birmingham From AU$6.57
- From Leicester to Birmingham From AU$18.25
- From Crewe to Birmingham From AU$18.25
- From Coventry to Birmingham From AU$6.57
- From Nottingham to Birmingham From AU$24.82
- From Sheffield to Birmingham From AU$33.58
- From Gloucester to Birmingham From AU$28.47
- From Doncaster to Birmingham From AU$62.05
- From Reading to Birmingham From AU$93.44
- From Plymouth to Birmingham From AU$70.81
- From Carlisle to Birmingham From AU$50.37
- From Shrewsbury to Birmingham From AU$9.49
- From Lancaster to Birmingham From AU$32.85
- From Kidderminster to Birmingham From AU$13.61
Other train journeys from Birmingham
- From Birmingham to Edinburgh From AU$84.68
- From Birmingham to Leeds From AU$61.32
- From Birmingham to Oxford From AU$21.17
- From Birmingham to Stratford-upon-Avon From AU$21.90
- From Birmingham to York From AU$34.31
- From Birmingham to Newcastle upon Tyne From AU$64.97
- From Birmingham to Brighton From AU$65.70
- From Birmingham to Weston-super-Mare From AU$62.78
- From Birmingham to Torquay From AU$54.02
- From Birmingham to Northampton From AU$12.41
- From Birmingham to Bath From AU$53.29
- From Birmingham to Chester From AU$27.74
230+ European rail operators Official partner of 230+ European rail operators
Travellers rate us "Excellent!"
Blog posts featuring London or Birmingham
-
Travel to London, Paris, Brussels, Cologne and more from 25€!
Need a sign to start planning your next getaway? Here’s one: Eurostar tickets are on sale from just 25€.Read more
-
Save up to 50% on UK train journeys through March
From London to the Highlands, now is the time to book and save big with Rail Europe. Read more
-
Your passport to Europe: Eurostar travel from 25€!
Buckle up for affordable, eco-friendly and unforgettable travel across Europe aboard the beloved Eurostar.Read more