Taking the train from Shenfield to Birmingham

So you’re considering going from Shenfield to Birmingham by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Cost of train tickets between Shenfield and Birmingham

The cheapest train tickets from Shenfield to Birmingham start at £69.90. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Shenfield to Birmingham is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 4 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Shenfield to Birmingham departure timetable

On this route, 62 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Shenfield at 04:44 and the last leaving at 22:08 during the week.

For weekend travel to Birmingham, the earliest departure is at 00:18 and the last one is at 21:59. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 15 minutes.

How long does the train from Shenfield to Birmingham take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 29 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 179 kilometres.

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

Tickets along this route go on sale 4 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 trip to Birmingham

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Birmingham.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Shenfield to Birmingham by train?

The train journey between Shenfield and Birmingham covers 179 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Shenfield to Birmingham?

The lowest price on this route is £69.90. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

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

You can book your tickets 4 months in advance for this route.

How long does it take to get from Shenfield to Birmingham?

The fastest journey on this route takes 2 hours and 29 minutes.