The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Wolverhampton
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
17 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Wolverhampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Wolverhampton will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 22 trains that leave Birmingham for Wolverhampton on Sat, Jun 20, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 18 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.
W443728:22 AM0h19Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:41 AMWolverhampton station (WVH)$31One-way0 transfers
G386014:22 PM0h19Birmingham New Street (BHM)4:41 PMWolverhampton station (WVH)$31One-way0 transfers
W701948:26 AM0h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:57 AMWolverhampton station (WVH)$51One-way0 transfers
C169898:52 AM0h18Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:10 AMWolverhampton station (WVH)$51One-way0 transfers
W701979:26 AM0h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:57 AMWolverhampton station (WVH)$51One-way0 transfers
G008488:01 AM0h16Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:17 AMWolverhampton station (WVH)$61One-way0 transfers
G008509:01 AM0h16Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:17 AMWolverhampton station (WVH)$61One-way0 transfers
G008814:01 PM0h16Birmingham New Street (BHM)4:17 PMWolverhampton station (WVH)$61One-way0 transfers
G667178:30 AM0h17Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:47 AMWolverhampton station (WVH)$61One-way0 transfers
C179818:04 AM0h18Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:22 AMWolverhampton station (WVH)$51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Wolverhampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Wolverhampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Wolverhampton:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Birmingham to Wolverhampton costing on average $9 (€8).
Other travel options to Wolverhampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 43m.
The journey is about 14m faster (20m by train vs 34m by car) and roughly $11 (€9) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($6 (€5) vs $17 (€14)). 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 West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham to Wolverhampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Wolverhampton trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00887 | Delayed 4:22 PM 5:01 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h16 | 4:37 PM 4:37 PMWolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17869 | On time 5:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h18 | 5:22 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34287 | 5:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h22 | 5:29 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L22956 | Delayed 5:11 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h26 | 4:47 PM 4:47 PMWolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38371 | 5:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h19 | 5:40 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70221 | On time 5:26 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h31 | 5:57 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00888 | On time 5:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h17 | 5:47 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17772 | On time 5:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h19 | 5:53 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W00430 | On time 5:41 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h26 | 6:07 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17007 | On time 5:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h19 | 6:11 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00891 | On time 6:01 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h16 | 6:17 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17968 | On time 6:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h18 | 6:22 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34291 | Delayed 5:11 PM 6:07 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h22 | 6:29 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P69455 | 6:11 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h26 | 6:37 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38606 | On time 6:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h19 | 6:41 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70224 | On time 6:26 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h31 | 6:57 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
G00848 | On time 8:01 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h16 | 8:17 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17981 | 8:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h18 | 8:22 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33563 | 8:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h22 | 8:29 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W00442 | 8:11 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h26 | 8:37 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W44372 | 8:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h19 | 8:41 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70194 | 8:26 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h31 | 8:57 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G66717 | 8:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h17 | 8:47 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C18026 | 8:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h19 | 8:53 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W00439 | 8:41 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h26 | 9:07 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C16989 | 8:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h18 | 9:10 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00850 | 9:01 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h16 | 9:17 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17978 | 9:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h18 | 9:22 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01370 | 9:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h22 | 9:29 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L22990 | 9:11 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h26 | 9:37 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38357 | 9:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h18 | 9:40 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70197 | 9:26 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h31 | 9:57 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00881 | 4:01 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h16 | 4:17 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17976 | 4:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h18 | 4:22 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33798 | 4:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h22 | 4:29 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W00437 | 4:11 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h26 | 4:37 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38601 | 4:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h19 | 4:41 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70218 | 4:26 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h31 | 4:57 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Wolverhampton
Trains from Birmingham to Wolverhampton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 16m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Birmingham to Wolverhampton trainsWest Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Wolverhampton from $3 (€2). 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 Wolverhampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Wolverhampton
Most Birmingham to Wolverhampton trains use the Birmingham New Street to Wolverhampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Wolverhampton 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 Aston from Birmingham city centre
Aston is 3 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Aston train station facilities and services
Aston 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 Aston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aston. 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 Aston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Aston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aston: 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 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 Wolverhampton station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Wolverhampton from Wolverhampton city centre
Wolverhampton train station facilities and services
Wolverhampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wolverhampton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wolverhampton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wolverhampton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, 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 Wolverhampton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wolverhampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wolverhampton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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