4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Solihull
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
8 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Solihull is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Solihull will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 4 trains that leave Birmingham for Solihull on Fri, Jun 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 9 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.
10:15 AM0h08Birmingham10:23 AMSolihull$41One-way0 transfers- 8:15 AM0h09Birmingham8:24 AMSolihull$71One-way0 transfers
- 7:15 AM0h09Birmingham7:24 AMSolihull$71One-way0 transfers
- 5:15 AM0h08Birmingham5:23 AMSolihull$71One-way0 transfers
- 10:15 AM0h08Birmingham10:23 AMSolihull$41One-way0 transfers
- 5:15 AM0h08Birmingham5:23 AMSolihull$71One-way0 transfers
- 8:15 AM0h09Birmingham8:24 AMSolihull$71One-way0 transfers
- 7:15 AM0h09Birmingham7:24 AMSolihull$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Solihull
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Solihull 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 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Solihull:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Solihull costing on average $6 (€5).
Other travel options to Solihull take longer:
Bus takes on average 35m.
The journey is about 20m faster (11m by train vs 31m by car) and roughly $8 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($6 (€5) vs $15 (€12)). 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 Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham to Solihull train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Solihull trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Y81102 | On time 10:55 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0h16 | 11:11 PM Solihull station (SOL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W11400 | On time 11:26 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0h15 | 11:41 PM Solihull station (SOL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L37636 | 11:45 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0h08 | 11:53 PM Solihull station (SOL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
| 5:15 AM Birmingham | 0h08 | 5:23 AM Solihull | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:15 AM Birmingham | 0h09 | 7:24 AM Solihull | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:15 AM Birmingham | 0h09 | 8:24 AM Solihull | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:15 AM Birmingham | 0h08 | 10:23 AM Solihull | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Solihull
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Solihull run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 8m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 8m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Solihull trainsChiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham and Solihull 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 Solihull
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Solihull 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 Solihull, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Solihull
Most Birmingham to Solihull trains use the Birmingham Moor Street to Solihull station pair, with some services arriving at Olton. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Solihull train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Birmingham station do trains to Solihull 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 Acocks Green from Birmingham city centre
Acocks Green is 6 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Acocks Green train station facilities and services
Acocks Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Acocks Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Acocks Green. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Acocks Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Acocks Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Acocks Green: 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 no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Solihull station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Solihull from Solihull city centre
Solihull train station facilities and services
Solihull 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, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Solihull.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Solihull. ATMs are available at Solihull.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Solihull. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Solihull: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Solihull: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Solihull: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Olton from Solihull city centre
Olton is 3 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
Olton train station facilities and services
Olton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Olton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Olton. 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 Olton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Olton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Olton: 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 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.
Getting to Widney Manor from Solihull city centre
Widney Manor is 2 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
Widney Manor train station facilities and services
Widney Manor has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Widney Manor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Widney Manor. 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 Widney Manor: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Widney Manor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Widney Manor: 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 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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