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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham International Airport for Birmingham on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 12 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.
8:08 AM0h12Birmingham International Airport8:20 AMBirmingham$51One-way0 transfers
- 8:08 AM0h12Birmingham International Airport8:20 AMBirmingham$51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $3.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham costing on average $5 (€4).
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 53m.
The journey is about 16m faster (12m by train vs 28m by car) and roughly $11 (€9) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($5 (€4) vs $16 (€13)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:08 AM Birmingham International Airport | 0h12 | 8:20 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham
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Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham run on average 13 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 20:16. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 10m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 8:16 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Birmingham from $3 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport 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.
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