The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Penkridge
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Penkridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Penkridge will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham for Penkridge on Sat, Jul 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest trains will take 35 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.
8:28 AM0h35Birmingham9:03 AMPenkridge$151One-way0 transfers
8:28 AM0h35Birmingham9:03 AMPenkridge$151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Penkridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Penkridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m 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 Penkridge:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Penkridge costing on average $13 (€11).
Other travel options to Penkridge take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 5m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (28m by train vs 37m by car). Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $9 (€7) 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.
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 Penkridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Penkridge trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:28 AM Birmingham | 0h35 | 9:03 AM Penkridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Birmingham to Penkridge trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Penkridge.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare West Midlands Trains with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Birmingham to Penkridge.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Penkridge.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham to Penkridge.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Penkridge
Trains from Birmingham to Penkridge run on average 5 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 27m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 11:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast from Birmingham to Penkridge trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham and Penkridge from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
Transport for Wales
Avanti West Coast
Cross Country
FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Penkridge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Penkridge 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 Penkridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Penkridge
Most Birmingham to Penkridge trains use the Birmingham New Street to Penkridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Penkridge 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 Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Jewellery Quarter from Birmingham city centre
Jewellery Quarter is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Jewellery Quarter train station facilities and services
Jewellery Quarter has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Jewellery Quarter.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Jewellery Quarter. 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 Jewellery Quarter: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Jewellery Quarter: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Jewellery Quarter: 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Penkridge station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Penkridge from Penkridge city centre
Penkridge train station facilities and services
Penkridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Penkridge.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penkridge: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Penkridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penkridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: No.
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