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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$50
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 34 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aylesbury to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aylesbury to Birmingham will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Aylesbury to Birmingham, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aylesbury to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, while a train costs an average of $61.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aylesbury to Birmingham:
A bus is $35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aylesbury to Birmingham costing on average $61.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 48m.
Tickets start at around $61 compared to roughly $39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-21.93. The journey takes 2h 39m versus 1h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Aylesbury to Birmingham trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L38201 · C29722 · C29728 | 8:34 AM Aylesbury station (AYS) | 2h31 | 11:05 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
C29885 · C29727 | 8:48 AM Aylesbury station (AYS) | 3h17 | 12:05 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from Baker Street to London Euston+ W33799+ C29885+![]() | 8:48 AM Aylesbury station (AYS) | 3h09 | 11:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
L38234 · L38181 · C29727 | 9:34 AM Aylesbury station (AYS) | 2h31 | 12:05 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from Baker Street to London Euston+ C01373+ + C29927 | 9:48 AM Aylesbury station (AYS) | 3h08 | 12:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
C29927 · L38164 | 9:48 AM Aylesbury station (AYS) | 3h18 | 1:06 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Aylesbury to Birmingham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 but you can travel from only $20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 9:48 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aylesbury to Birmingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aylesbury to Birmingham trains use the Aylesbury to Birmingham Moor Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham New Street. Use this guide to compare Aylesbury and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aylesbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Aylesbury.
Wi-Fi is available at Aylesbury.
Ticket office support is available at Aylesbury.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aylesbury: Parking, WC.
Available at Aylesbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aylesbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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