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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cannock to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for Dec 23
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
25 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cannock to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cannock to Birmingham will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Cannock for Birmingham on Tue, Dec 23, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 39 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.
W0658108:33AM0h39
Cannock station (CAO)09:12AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$111One-way
0 transfers
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Cannock station (CAO)08:42AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$111One-way
0 transfers
W0658509:33AM0h39
Cannock station (CAO)10:12AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$111One-way
0 transfers
W0658309:03AM0h39
Cannock station (CAO)09:42AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$111One-way
0 transfers
W0658710:03AM0h39
Cannock station (CAO)10:42AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$111One-way
0 transfers
W0658108:33AM0h39
Cannock station (CAO)09:12AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$111One-way
0 transfers
W0657908:03AM0h39
Cannock station (CAO)08:42AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$111One-way
0 transfers
W0658509:33AM0h39
Cannock station (CAO)10:12AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$111One-way
0 transfers
W0658309:03AM0h39
Cannock station (CAO)09:42AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$111One-way
0 transfers
W0658710:03AM0h39
Cannock station (CAO)10:42AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$111One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cannock to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cannock to Birmingham 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 39m. 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: 15 miles (25 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€8 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cannock to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Cannock to Birmingham trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 2:30 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:03 PM Cannock | 0h40 | 3:43 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
| W06579 | On time 8:03 AM Cannock station (CAO) | 0h39 | 8:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W06581 | On time 8:33 AM Cannock station (CAO) | 0h39 | 9:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W06583 | On time 9:03 AM Cannock station (CAO) | 0h39 | 9:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W06585 | On time 9:33 AM Cannock station (CAO) | 0h39 | 10:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W06587 | On time 10:03 AM Cannock station (CAO) | 0h39 | 10:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W06589 | On time 10:33 AM Cannock station (CAO) | 0h39 | 11:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cannock to Birmingham
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Trains from Cannock to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 38m.
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 $5 (€4)
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 23:38 |
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 $5 (€4)
Train companies: West Midlands Trains from Cannock to Birmingham trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Cannock and Birmingham from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
38m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
West Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Cannock to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cannock to Birmingham 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.
Train ticket prices from Cannock to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $5 (€4), while the average price is around $10 (€8).
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.
The cheapest way to get from Cannock to Birmingham is by bus, with a cost of around $5 (€4).
The first train from Cannock to Birmingham leaves at 5:21 AM.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Cannock to Birmingham. The journey takes 38m, covers a distance of 15 miles (25 km), and there are 6 train trips available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cannock to Birmingham.
The train from Cannock to Birmingham takes 38m and runs 6 per day.
The distance by train from Cannock to Birmingham is 15 miles (25 km).
Yes, there is a direct train from Cannock to Birmingham. This service operates 6 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.
The train station in Cannock that goes to Birmingham is Cannock station (CAO), which connects to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
There is no high speed train available from Cannock to Birmingham.
The last train from Cannock to Birmingham leaves at 11:38 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Cannock to Birmingham.
The train journey from Cannock to Birmingham primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, so it is not considered particularly scenic.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cannock to Birmingham
Cannock
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Cannock is Cannock. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cannock for your trip from Cannock to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Information Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- 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: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Cannock
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On Lichfield Road by ramp to platform before railway bridge
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your journey to Birmingham from Cannock.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
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
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
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
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
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
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
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
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Distance to city center
12 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
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 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 20:00 Saturday 08:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station is adjacent to public bike parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for University
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect you from: For services towards Selly Oak / Longbridge / Redditch - the public bus stop QE (Vincent Drive) on the near side of New Fosse Way outside the station. For services towards Birmingham - the public bus stop QD (Vincent Drive) on the far side of New Fosse Way, opposite the station.
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