Birmingham to Heathrow by train
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Overview: trains from Birmingham to Heathrow
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Birmingham to Heathrow train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Birmingham to Heathrow by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Birmingham to Heathrow take around 2 hours and 23 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 151 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Birmingham is scheduled to depart at around 05:15. The last departure is usually at around 21:03 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Birmingham at around 05:50, with the last train leaving at around 23:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 83 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 8 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$30.50.
We think any time is a great time to visit Heathrow, 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 Heathrow.
Is there a direct train from Birmingham to Heathrow?
The journey between Birmingham and Heathrow usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Birmingham to Heathrow every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Birmingham to Heathrow?
The Birmingham to Heathrow train travel takes about 2 hours and 23 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Birmingham to Heathrow train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Heathrow leaving Birmingham at around 05:15 and the last train leaving at around 21:03 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Birmingham at around 05:50, with the final departure at 23:00.
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- From Leeds to Heathrow From US$111.00
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