St Albans to Birmingham train travel explained

Want to know how to get from St Albans to Birmingham by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from St Albans to Birmingham take around 2 hours and 12 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 134 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving St Albans is scheduled to depart at around  00:21. The last departure is usually at around 23:59 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave St Albans at around 06:35, with the last train leaving at around 22:59. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 45 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 15 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €45.42.

We think any time is a great time to visit Birmingham, 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 Birmingham.

Is there a direct train from St Albans to Birmingham?

The journey between St Albans and Birmingham usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from St Albans to Birmingham 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 St Albans to Birmingham?

The St Albans to Birmingham train travel takes about 2 hours and 12 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the St Albans to Birmingham train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Birmingham leaving St Albans at around 00:21 and the last train leaving at around 23:59 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves St Albans at around 06:35, with the final departure at 22:59.