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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to March
Showing times and prices for Mar 23
Cheapest price
$148
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
135 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to March is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to March will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $148.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham for March on Mon, Mar 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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.
05:19AM2h13
Birmingham07:32AMMarch
$1481One-way
0 transfers
06:22AM2h10
Birmingham08:32AMMarch
$1481One-way
0 transfers
07:22AM2h12
Birmingham09:34AMMarch
$1481One-way
0 transfers
08:21AM2h05
Birmingham10:26AMMarch
$1481One-way
0 transfers
09:22AM2h05
Birmingham11:27AMMarch
$1481One-way
0 transfers
10:22AM2h04
Birmingham12:26PMMarch
$1481One-way
0 transfers
11:22AM2h04
Birmingham01:26PMMarch
$1481One-way
0 transfers
04:22PM2h04
Birmingham06:26PMMarch
$1481One-way
0 transfers
08:21AM2h05
Birmingham10:26AMMarch
$1481One-way
0 transfers
09:22AM2h05
Birmingham11:27AMMarch
$1481One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Birmingham to March train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to March trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 7:05 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:19 AM Birmingham | 2h13 | 7:32 AM March | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:22 AM Birmingham | 2h10 | 8:32 AM March | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:22 AM Birmingham | 2h12 | 9:34 AM March | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:21 AM Birmingham | 2h05 | 10:26 AM March | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:22 AM Birmingham | 2h05 | 11:27 AM March | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham to March by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to March
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to March run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (135 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 83 miles (135 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 21:34 |
Cheapest month Dec |
Cheapest day Sun |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Best day to book ahead 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to March trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and March from $31 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 9m
Cheapest Price
$31 (€25)
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
$144 (€117)
Cross Country frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to March
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to March 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 March, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Birmingham to March can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $31 (€25), while the average price is around $39 (€32).
The train from Birmingham to March takes 2h 9m and runs 4 per day.
The distance by train from Birmingham to March is 83 miles (135 km).
The first train from Birmingham to March leaves at 4:55 AM.
The last train from Birmingham to March leaves at 9:34 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Birmingham to March.
Yes, there is a direct train from Birmingham to March. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by Cross Country.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Birmingham to March.
The train station in Birmingham that goes to March is Birmingham New Street (BHM), which connects to March station (MCH).
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to March is by train, with a cost of around $31 (€25).
The train journey from Birmingham to March offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with sights including the scenic countryside of Cambridgeshire and glimpses of small villages and fields, providing a pleasant travel experience.
A day trip from Birmingham to March may not be feasible as the journey takes 2h 9m, which exceeds the 120-minute limit. There are 4 trains available per day.
March has 31 days.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham to March.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to March
Birmingham
March
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your trip from Birmingham to March.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
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.
Amenities at train station
DiningBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
5 kmAmenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 07:00 - 21:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00 None
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall and on Platform One.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilet is located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. All toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-21:00, Saturday 07:00-21:00 and Sunday 09:00-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: from Birmingham - under the foot bridge. Towards Birmingham - outside in the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Selly Oak
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Front of station building in turnaround area.
The major train station for arrivals in March is March. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at March for your journey to March from Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 17:30 Saturday 07:00 - 17:30 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located within the waiting room on platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Large waiting room on platform 1, smaller waiting room on platform 2
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: cycle stands on each platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for March
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop outside station entrance
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