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Burnham-on-Sea Museum
Local museum covering Burnham's seaside, lifeboat, and social history through accessible displays in the town centre.
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Burnham-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Burnham-on-Sea will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 3 trains that leave Birmingham for Burnham-on-Sea on Sun, Aug 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 23 the direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Sun, Aug 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Burnham-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 97 miles (157 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 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 Burnham-on-Sea:
A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Burnham-on-Sea costing on average €34.
Other travel options to Burnham-on-Sea take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
The journey is about 3m faster (2h 0m by train vs 2h 3m by car) and roughly €10 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€34 vs €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.
Direct services run with CrossCountry.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Burnham-on-Sea trains for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:12 PM Birmingham | 2h10 | 5:22 PM Burnham-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 23 | |||||
![]() | 8:30 AM Birmingham | 1h57 | 10:27 AM Burnham-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Birmingham | 2h29 | 1:59 PM Burnham-on-Sea | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Birmingham to Burnham-on-Sea run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 97 miles (157 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 97 miles (157 km) |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 6:16 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Burnham-on-Sea — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Burnham-on-Sea trip today.
Local museum covering Burnham's seaside, lifeboat, and social history through accessible displays in the town centre.
Volunteer-run motor museum with vintage cars, motorcycles, and motoring memorabilia, popular with transport and engineering enthusiasts.
Military aviation museum at nearby Weston-super-Mare with aircraft, engines, and exhibits on regional flying history.
Wide sandy beach and promenade area central to Burnham's appeal, ideal for sea views, walks, and classic resort atmosphere.
National Trust headland with coastal paths, wildlife, military remains, and outstanding views across the Bristol Channel.
Large open beach stretching toward Berrow, famous for expansive sands, coastal walks, and excellent lighthouse views.
Fresh Somerset cider is widely drunk locally, made from West Country apples and closely tied to the county’s farming and pub culture.
Cheddar made in Somerset is the region’s iconic cheese, prized for its firm texture and rich, tangy flavor from nearby traditional dairies.
Locally landed cod or haddock with chips is a classic seaside meal in Burnham-on-Sea, best enjoyed fresh by the coast.
Popular casual seafood spot known for fish and chips and other seaside classics in a relaxed setting near the seafront.
Established traditional pub serving hearty British meals, local drinks, and a friendly atmosphere in central Burnham-on-Sea.
Well-known Indian restaurant offering flavorful curries and a comfortable dine-in experience, popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Lodging and dining are usually cheaper than major UK cities, but summer weekends can raise hotel prices.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Small change is fine in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Burnham-on-Sea 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 Burnham-on-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Burnham-on-Sea trains use the Birmingham New Street to Weston-Super-Mare station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Burnham-on-Sea 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.
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