Wilmslow to Birmingham by train

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Overview: trains from Wilmslow to Birmingham

Find the key information for travelling by train from Wilmslow 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.

First train 06:16 View journey
Last train 22:20 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 12m View journey
Distance (km) 97
Trains / day 16 View all
Cheapest journey £50.27 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 14m
Train operators 3

Taking the train from Wilmslow to Birmingham

Ready to book a trip from Wilmslow to Birmingham by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Cost of a train ticket between Wilmslow and Birmingham

The cheapest ticket price along this route is £50.27. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 4 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train times for travel between Wilmslow and Birmingham

If you are taking the train from Wilmslow to Birmingham, you will have 16 trains each day (with a departure every 1 hour and 28 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:16. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 18:19. On weekends, the first train departs at 07:19, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:20.

Wilmslow to Birmingham distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 97 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 1 hour and 12 minutes.

When do tickets between Wilmslow and Birmingham go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Wilmslow and Birmingham 4 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making your Wilmslow to Birmingham travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Birmingham.

FAQs about the train journey from Wilmslow to Birmingham

Want to know more about your journey from Wilmslow to Birmingham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Wilmslow to Birmingham covers a distance of 97 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.