Birmingham to Grays by train

Taking the train from Birmingham to Grays

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

Train ticket cost for journeys between Birmingham and Grays

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$81.65, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train schedule for travel between Birmingham and Grays

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 35 trains make this journey of 188 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Birmingham is at 05:29 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 20:50.

During the weekend, 05:50 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:00 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 19 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Birmingham to Grays?

On this route spanning 188 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 2 hours and 52 minutes.

How far in advance Birmingham and Grays tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Birmingham and Grays are available 2 and a half 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 Birmingham to Grays 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: Grays.