The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Beeston
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$20
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$20
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 4 m
Trains on Sep 18
1
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Beeston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Beeston will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 trains from Birmingham to Beeston, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
9:49 AM1h04Birmingham10:53 AMBeeston$201One-way0 transfers
9:49 AM1h04Birmingham10:53 AMBeeston$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Beeston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Beeston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m 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 Birmingham to Beeston:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Beeston costing on average $31 (€25).
Other travel options to Beeston take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 18m.
The journey is about 1m faster (1h 2m by train vs 1h 3m by car) and roughly $22 (€18) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($31 (€25) vs $53 (€43)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham to Beeston train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Beeston trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:49 AM Birmingham | 1h04 | 10:53 AM Beeston | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Beeston
Trains from Birmingham to Beeston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 52m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 4:32 AM |
Last train 11:09 PM |
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Train companies: CrossCountry from Birmingham to Beeston trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Birmingham and Beeston from $25 (€20). 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 to Beeston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Beeston 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 Beeston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Beeston
Most Birmingham to Beeston trains use the Birmingham New Street to Beeston station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Beeston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street 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 and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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 ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Beeston station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Beeston from Beeston city centre
Beeston train station facilities and services
Beeston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Beeston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Beeston.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Beeston: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Beeston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Beeston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category - B Ramp provided by on-train staff. There is step-free access to the station, ticket office and platform 1 (northbound platform towards Nottingham). There is no step-free access to platform 2 (southbound platform towards London). This platform is accessed via a footbridge. For customers who are unable to use the footbridge, ie wheelchair customers, please contact EMR on 08457 125 678 and select option 3 - Assisted Travel - so that taxi arrangements can be made. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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