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Birmingham is a large metropolitan city in the United Kingdom. It is most known for its manufacturing of Cadbury chocolates and its picturesque canals. While in Birmingham, you can enjoy a pint at one of its many pubs. Birmingham also has a city symphony orchestra, a touring ballet company and museums with impressive art collections. If you're traveling by train to Birmingham from a major city in the UK, like London or Liverpool, you'll have many train departure times to choose from.

Trains leave these cities going to Birmingham as frequently as every hour. When you travel to Birmingham on the train, you can get off at one of three stations. The main station is located in the city's center and is called the New Street Station. There are also other stations on Snow Street and Moor Street, both of which are close to downtown.

Chiltern Railways to Birmingham

Chiltern Railways is a British train company with its headquarters in the Sunderland District. It provides train travel from cities like London, Liverpool, and Cambridge to Birmingham. This train company typically operates out of the Birmingham Snow Street Station.

Cross Country Railways to Birmingham

Cross Country is another British train company. Its headquarters are in Birmingham and it offers train service from and to Birmingham from the cities of Manchester, Newcastle, Leicester, and Bristol. This train company uses the Birmingham New Street Station for arrivals and departures.

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Main train stations in Birmingham

When you're traveling by train to Birmingham, you'll likely arrive at the Birmingham New Street Station. This station is very large and quite busy. It is located in the city center and is connected to the Grand Central Shopping Center. Therefore, this location offers a variety of services and amenities for travelers such as waiting rooms and complimentary Wi-Fi.

There is also a wide selection of restaurants and several boutiques and stores where you can shop for a new outfit for your upcoming visit to Birmingham. Close by is the Snow Street or Snow Hill Station. This train station handles trains by Chiltern Railways as well as local trains and public transport to nearby cities such as Wolverhampton. At this station, you can only enjoy basic amenities such as public restrooms and a ticket kiosk.

Onboard facilities to Birmingham

Whether you choose train travel to Birmingham with Cross Country or Chiltern Railways, you'll have access to an array of travel comforts. Cross Country trains offer free Wi-Fi, toilets, bike storage, and a food and dining service with your choice of soft drinks, chips, and pastry snacks. Gourmet coffee and alcoholic beverages such as wine and beer are also available.

Onboard Chiltern Railways, you'll be able to use Wi-Fi for business communications. However, if you just want to relax, you can watch different movies or play games on the Chil.tv service. If you're traveling for business, on some Chiltern trains to Birmingham, you can reserve a seat in the train's business zone where you can enjoy added benefits such as wider seats and a spacious working table.

Train tickets to Birmingham: useful to know

Many train companies now offer mobile tickets in lieu of printed tickets. A mobile ticket can be more convenient because you can access it from your electronic device or the cloud. With Cross Country Train Company, you can choose an e-ticket for your train trip to Birmingham. An e-ticket takes the place of a paper ticket.

It is e-mailed to you for instant download and you can simply show your e-ticket from your smartphone or tablet to the conductor when it is time. Train riders on Cross Country must be 16 years of age and you must show a photo id before boarding. Chiltern Railways offers something that they refer to as a smart ticket. Similar to an e-ticket, it can be viewed online and its barcode scanned by an employee of the railway. You will need a photo id along with your smart ticket before you're admitted on any Chiltern train.

For fast service and to keep your travel information in one place, buy your ticket with Omio. When you do, if needed, you can change your travel dates or point of departure on the Omio website. And when it is time to board, you can access your train ticket from your Omio account anytime. No need to download or print your ticket. Instead, you can access it from anywhere as long as you have Wi-Fi.

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To Birmingham by train—travel tips

During your stay in Birmingham, you can do some fun things like tour the National Motorcycle Museum or catch a ball game at the Villa Stadium. If weather permits, take a ride on the waterbus around the canals of the city. The boat stops at many of the city's most popular attractions such as Sherborne Wharf and King Edwards Wharf. There is a tram system to help you get around the city center and to tourist areas such as Digbeth, Jewellery Quarter, the West Side, and Wolverhampton. In Wolverhampton, you can visit the wild zoological park and various historical buildings such as the Moseley Old Hall.

Known as the West Midland Network, the tram runs Monday through Sunday. Check the tram schedule to find out when the tram runs from your hotel or airbnb to your destination. You can buy a tram ticket in advance, or you can pay the conductor. If you'd prefer, there is a public bus system that is a useful source for transportation. Network West Midlands is the bus company that covers Birmingham. There are preset routes so you can plan your trip(s) accordingly. Many locals in Birmingham ride a bicycle to get around. If you're staying around the city center, you might opt to rent a bicycle. They are leased by the day.

Birmingham is a lively city with a vibrant nightlife scene. It is also home to several historical sites and unique museums such as the Coffin Museum and the Key Museum. If you enjoy spending time outdoors, you can do some kayaking or canoeing in the summer or fall, and in winter, skiing and snowboarding at Ackers Adventure.

Go dancing at a nightclub on Broad Street or grab a drink at one of the hip bars in the West Side after-hours. Most tourists don't leave Birmingham without a visit to the Cadbury World. This amusement park pays homage to the history and flavors of Cadbury chocolate and has something for both adults and children to enjoy. Other things to do with children in Birmingham include the National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham and the Black Country Living Museum where you can take a carriage ride.

If you want to splurge on a meal, Adam's and Purnell's are both Michelin-starred restaurants. However, if you're dining on a budget, stop by one of the farmer's markets such as the Moseley Farmer's Market or the Kings Norton Farmers Market. When you're ready to shop for souvenirs, stop by the Bullring & Grand Central Birmingham (a shopping mall in the heart of town). Along with purchasing mementos, there are several designer shops including a Michael Kors and a Coach store in this neighborhood.

Train companies: Cross Country, East Midlands Railway and Northern Rail to Birmingham trains

Travel to Birmingham on Cross Country, East Midlands Railway and Northern Rail trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next train to Birmingham: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance.

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Train stations in Birmingham

Birmingham

Birmingham New Street is the most popular Birmingham train station for Omio travelers, but Birmingham has quite a few hubs. Find all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Birmingham for your trip.

Birmingham New Street Wifi

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Address

Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141, +44 3450774224

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05: 15 - 23: 00 | Sun: 07: 30 - 23: 00

Public transit options for Birmingham New Street

Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.

Birmingham International Wifi

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Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA

Public transit options for Birmingham International

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.

Birmingham Moor Street Wifi

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Birmingham Moor Street station, Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 7UL

Public transit options for Birmingham Moor Street

Location for Rail Replacement Services: This station is not usually served by rail replacement buses, due to difficult road access. Replacement buses stop at Birmingham Snow Hill station.

Birmingham Snow Hill Shopping

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Birmingham Snow Hill station, Colmore Row, Birmingham, West Midlands, B3 2BJ

Public transit options for Birmingham Snow Hill

Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Bus Stop SH4, at the front of the station on Colmore Row.

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