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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Oldbury
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Oldbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Oldbury will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 2 trains that leave Birmingham for Oldbury on Fri, Jul 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 13 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.
7:16 AM0h13Birmingham7:29 AMOldbury$51One-way0 transfers- 8:16 AM0h13Birmingham8:29 AMOldbury$61One-way0 transfers
- 8:16 AM0h13Birmingham8:29 AMOldbury$61One-way0 transfers
- 7:16 AM0h13Birmingham7:29 AMOldbury$51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Oldbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Oldbury 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 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 4 miles (8 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Oldbury:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Oldbury costing on average $5 (€5).
Other travel options to Oldbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 35m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (13m by train vs 20m by car). Tickets start at around $5 (€5) compared to roughly $2 (€2) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham to Oldbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Oldbury trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:16 AM Birmingham | 0h13 | 8:29 AM Oldbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Oldbury
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Trains from Birmingham to Oldbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 4 miles (8 km) distance in 12m.
Distance 4 miles (8 km) |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 5:49 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Birmingham to Oldbury trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Birmingham and Oldbury from $4 (€3). 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 Oldbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Oldbury 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 Oldbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Oldbury
Most Birmingham to Oldbury trains use the Birmingham Moor Street to Langley Green station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Oldbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Birmingham station do trains to Oldbury leave from?
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. 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 Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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 on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Which Oldbury station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Langley Green from Oldbury city centre
Langley Green is 1 km from Oldbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Langley Green train station facilities and services
Langley Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Langley Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Langley Green. 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 Langley Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Langley Green: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Langley Green: 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 no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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