Bournemouth to Birmingham train with CrossCountry

Thu, Jul 17
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$84

Average price

$143

Fastest journey

3 h 6 m

Average duration

3 h 6 m

Trains per day

10

Distance

196 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bournemouth to Birmingham will cost around $143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.

Fast trains

Of the 10 trains that leave Bournemouth for Birmingham on Thu, Jul 17, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 17 the direct trains cover the 196 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 6 m .

On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 6 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.

CrossCountryC23404
11:45AM3h06
Bournemouth station (BMH)
02:51PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$841One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountryC23410
12:45PM3h06
Bournemouth station (BMH)
03:51PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$841One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountryC23416
01:45PM3h06
Bournemouth station (BMH)
04:51PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$841One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountryC23387
08:40AM3h11
Bournemouth station (BMH)
11:51AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$951One-way
0 transfers
South Western RailwayL48283+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW10374
10:22AM4h26
Bournemouth station (BMH)
02:48PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$1451One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €29.

Distance: 121 miles (195 km)

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Bus

€111

Average price

€26

Average price

Cheapest

4h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 48m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 14m

Average total duration

5h 44m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bournemouth to Birmingham train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 17
Last updated at 9:50 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
cross_countryC23387
On time
7:40 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h11
10:51 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 transfersDirect
south_west_trainsL48448_L48142+assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+west_midlands_railL33404+cross_countryC23513
On time
7:56 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
4h42
12:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
3 transfers
south_west_trainsL48277+assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW10369
On time
8:22 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
4h26
12:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 transfers
cross_countryC23392
On time
8:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h06
11:51 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 transfersDirect
south_west_trainsL48146+assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+west_midlands_railL33409+cross_countryC23516
On time
8:59 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
4h39
1:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
3 transfers
south_west_trainsL48283+assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+avanti_west_coastW10374
On time
9:22 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
4h26
1:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 transfers
cross_countryC23397
On time
9:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h06
12:51 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 transfersDirect
cross_countryC23404
On time
10:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h06
1:51 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 transfersDirect
cross_countryC23410
On time
11:45 AM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h06
2:51 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 transfersDirect
cross_countryC23416
On time
12:45 PM Bournemouth station (BMH)
3h06
3:51 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bournemouth to Birmingham?

The best time to book your train from Bournemouth to Birmingham is 28 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bournemouth to Birmingham route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bournemouth to Birmingham per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bournemouth to Birmingham.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Birmingham

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Trains from Bournemouth to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13 (€10)
Distance
121 miles (195 km)
Average train duration
3h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
$36 (€29)
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
3h 4m
First train
04:52
Last train
23:11
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13 (€10)

Train providers: CrossCountry, South Western Railway and Virgin Trains from Bournemouth to Birmingham trains

You can travel by train from Bournemouth to Birmingham with CrossCountry, South Western Railway and Virgin Trains for as low as $57 (€46). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next journey: you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Bournemouth to Birmingham train information with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 4 min
  • Cheapest Price: $57
  • CrossCountry frequency: 11 a day

FAQs: Trains from Bournemouth to Birmingham

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bournemouth to Birmingham

Bournemouth
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Bournemouth is Bournemouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth for your trip from Bournemouth to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Bournemouth
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham International for your journey to Birmingham from Bournemouth.
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
12 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Birmingham International
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • All Bar One
  • Leon
  • Caffè Nero
  • Five Guys
  • Krispy Kreme
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Wasabi
  • Starbucks
  • Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
  • Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
  • Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
  • Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • In the middle of the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham New Street
  • Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
  • Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
  • Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.

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