The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Totnes
Cheapest price
$178
Average price
$182
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Totnes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Totnes will cost around $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $178.
Of the 4 trains that leave Birmingham for Totnes on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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.
G0114511:30 AM2h52Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:22 PMTotnes station (TOT)$1781One-way0 transfers
W298863:12 PM3h10Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:22 PMTotnes station (TOT)$1781One-way0 transfers
W2986912:12 PM3h08Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:20 PMTotnes station (TOT)$1781One-way0 transfers
O893052:12 PM3h09Birmingham New Street (BHM)5:21 PMTotnes station (TOT)$1941One-way0 transfers
G0114511:30 AM2h52Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:22 PMTotnes station (TOT)$1781One-way0 transfers
W2986912:12 PM3h08Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:20 PMTotnes station (TOT)$1781One-way0 transfers
O893052:12 PM3h09Birmingham New Street (BHM)5:21 PMTotnes station (TOT)$1941One-way0 transfers
W298863:12 PM3h10Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:22 PMTotnes station (TOT)$1781One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Birmingham to Totnes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Totnes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $385.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$78 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $461 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Totnes:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Totnes costing on average $78 (€64).
A bus is $415 (€340) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Totnes costing on average $461 (€377).
Other travel options to Totnes take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 35m.
Bus takes on average 6h 7m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (3h 3m by train vs 3h 20m by car). Tickets start at around $78 (€64) compared to roughly $66 (€54) 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 CrossCountry, Cross Country.
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 Totnes train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Totnes trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01145 | 11:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h52 | 2:22 PM Totnes station (TOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29869 | On time 12:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h08 | 3:20 PM Totnes station (TOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
O89305 | On time 2:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h09 | 5:21 PM Totnes station (TOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29886 | 3:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h10 | 6:22 PM Totnes station (TOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Totnes
Trains from Birmingham to Totnes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 8:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to Totnes trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Totnes from $32 (€26). 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 Totnes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Totnes 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 Totnes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Totnes
Most Birmingham to Totnes trains use the Birmingham New Street to Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A) station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Totnes 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 University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. 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 University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: 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 ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Totnes station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A) from Totnes city centre
Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A) train station facilities and services
Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Signal Box Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Royal Seven Stars Hotel, The Great Grubb Bed & Breakfast, The Steam Packet Inn.
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