- Must visit
Big Pit National Coal Museum
National museum at Big Pit interpreting Welsh coal mining with powerful industrial displays and authentic pithead setting.
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Abergavenny is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Abergavenny will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham for Abergavenny on Thu, Aug 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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 Birmingham to Abergavenny among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €36.
Distance: 65 miles (106 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€36 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Abergavenny:
A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Abergavenny costing on average €36.
Other travel options to Abergavenny take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 10m.
Tickets start at around €36 compared to roughly €25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-10.93. The journey takes 1h 51m versus 1h 46m 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 Birmingham to Abergavenny trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 AM Birmingham | 2h09 | 9:09 AM Abergavenny | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Birmingham to Abergavenny run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (106 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 65 miles (106 km) |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 1:56 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Abergavenny — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Abergavenny trip today.
National museum at Big Pit interpreting Welsh coal mining with powerful industrial displays and authentic pithead setting.
Town museum inside the castle grounds, covering Abergavenny history, archaeology, and changing local exhibitions.
Independent art gallery showing contemporary Welsh and British artists, well regarded for quality exhibitions and sculpture.
Prominent hill and walking area on the town's edge, famous for rewarding climbs and wide views over Abergavenny.
Popular viewpoint and hiking mountain above town, loved for dramatic ridges, sunset walks, and Black Mountains scenery.
Central shopping street lined with historic buildings, markets, and independent shops, ideal for soaking up town character.
Traditional Welsh cakes are griddled sweet breads with currants and spice, long loved across South Wales and often sold fresh at local markets and food events.
Caerphilly is a crumbly Welsh cow's milk cheese with a fresh lemony tang. It is a classic regional cheese often featured on local cheeseboards and market stalls.
Glamorgan sausages are meat-free Welsh sausages made with cheese, leeks, and breadcrumbs. They are a traditional pub and home-cooked favourite in South Wales.
Highly regarded fine dining restaurant known for refined Welsh tasting menus and polished service in an elegant, intimate setting.
Popular bistro and bakery with a relaxed feel, praised for seasonal local produce, brunch, pastries, and modern Welsh cooking.
Stylish restaurant and bar in the town centre serving modern British dishes, cocktails, and local ingredients in a lively setting.
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are usually cheaper than major cities, while tourist-season stays and rail fares can raise costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Abergavenny Railway Station -> Abergavenny Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Abergavenny 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 Abergavenny, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Abergavenny trains use the Birmingham New Street to Abergavenny station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Abergavenny train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Northfield is 9 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Northfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Northfield.
Ticket office support is available at Northfield. 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 Northfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Northfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Northfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Abergavenny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Auberge Bar & Restaurant, The Hardwick
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Ticket office support is available at Abergavenny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Abergavenny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Abergavenny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Abergavenny: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Abergavenny: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Angel Hotel, The Kings Arms Hotel, The Abergavenny Hotel.
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