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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 31 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Fri, Jul 10, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.
G008416:25 AM1h51Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:16 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$351One-way0 transfers- G007357:33 PM1h22Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:55 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$411One-way0 transfers
- G009288:33 PM1h27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:00 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$411One-way0 transfers
- G009086:55 PM1h34Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:29 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$471One-way0 transfers
- G6682910:18 PM1h36Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:54 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$471One-way0 transfers
- G667796:00 PM1h18Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)7:18 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$601One-way0 transfers
- G6673010:00 AM1h19Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:19 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$1121One-way0 transfers
- G667167:00 AM1h19Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:19 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$601One-way0 transfers
- G0086512:00 PM1h19Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:19 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$1121One-way0 transfers
- G667218:01 AM1h19Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:20 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average $36 (€30).
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 59m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01069 | On time 11:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 12:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00865 | On time 12:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h19 | 1:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01073 | On time 12:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h23 | 1:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00872 | On time 1:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h19 | 2:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01075 | On time 1:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h25 | 2:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00876 | On time 2:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h25 | 3:25 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01080 | On time 2:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 3:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00883 | On time 3:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h24 | 4:24 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01082 | On time 3:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h25 | 4:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00888 | On time 4:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h24 | 5:24 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01083 | On time 4:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 5:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00894 | On time 5:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h24 | 6:24 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00723 | On time 5:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h21 | 6:54 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66779 | On time 6:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h18 | 7:18 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00730 | On time 6:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 7:54 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00908 | On time 6:55 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h34 | 8:29 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00735 | On time 7:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 8:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 Y41825+G66815 | On time 7:39 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h15 | 9:54 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G00928 | On time 8:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h27 | 10:00 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66829 | On time 10:18 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 11:54 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00841 | 6:25 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h51 | 8:16 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66987 | 6:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h20 | 7:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66716 | 7:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h19 | 8:19 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01060 | 7:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 8:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66721 | 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h19 | 9:20 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01062 | 8:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h21 | 9:54 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00854 | 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h24 | 10:24 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01064 | 9:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 10:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66730 | 10:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h19 | 11:19 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00869_G01067 | 10:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 11:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66735 | 11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h19 | 12:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 10:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $7 (€5). 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
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.
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