Croydon to Birmingham International by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Croydon to Birmingham International? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 164 kilometres.

Train cost from Croydon to Birmingham International

Ready to book tickets from Croydon to Birmingham International? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Croydon and Birmingham International typically run CA$89.70.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 3 months in advance.

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Croydon to Birmingham International departure timetable

On this route, 63 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Croydon at 04:40 and the last leaving at 22:14 during the week.

For weekend travel to Birmingham International, the earliest departure is at 00:17 and the last one is at 22:16. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 11 minutes.

Average train travel time from Croydon to Birmingham International

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 3 minutes, travelling a total distance of 164 kilometres.

How far in advance Croydon and Birmingham International tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Croydon and Birmingham International are available 3 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn even more about travelling from Croydon to Birmingham International by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Birmingham International.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Croydon to Birmingham International by train?

The train journey between Croydon and Birmingham International covers 164 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Croydon to Birmingham International?

The cheapest fare on this route is CA$89.70. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Croydon to Birmingham International?

You can book your tickets 3 months in advance for this route.

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

The fastest journey time is 2 hours and 3 minutes.