The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€28
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€59
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 28 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) 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 Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 243 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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.
11:23 AM3h04Canterbury West (CBW)2:27 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€281One-way0 transfers
8:23 AM3h52Canterbury West (CBW)12:15 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€911One-way0 transfers
11:23 AM3h04Canterbury West (CBW)2:27 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€281One-way0 transfers
8:23 AM3h52Canterbury West (CBW)12:15 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€911One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, while a train costs an average of €99.
Distance: 150 miles (243 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€99 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A bus is €62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average €99.
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 27m.
You'll arrive about 40m sooner (2h 44m by train vs 3h 24m by car). Tickets start at around €99 compared to roughly €69 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.
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
Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33480+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ P85624 | Delayed 7:10 AM 6:23 AMCanterbury West (CBW) | 3h04 | 9:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W33642+ P85631+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 8:10 AM 7:23 AMCanterbury West (CBW) | 3h04 | 10:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W33449+ P85640+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 9:10 AM 8:23 AMCanterbury West (CBW) | 3h04 | 11:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W33746+ P85649+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 10:10 AM 9:23 AMCanterbury West (CBW) | 3h04 | 12:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C01373+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ P85652 | Delayed 10:40 AM 9:54 AMCanterbury West (CBW) | 3h02 | 12:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W33720+ P85659+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 11:10 AM 10:23 AMCanterbury West (CBW) | 3h04 | 1:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W33797+ P85662+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 11:40 AM 10:54 AMCanterbury West (CBW) | 3h02 | 1:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W33414+ P85668+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 12:10 PM 11:23 AMCanterbury West (CBW) | 3h04 | 2:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W33408+ P85675+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston | Delayed 1:10 PM 12:23 PMCanterbury West (CBW) | 3h04 | 3:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €90 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 17:23. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (243 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 150 miles (243 km) |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €90 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 5:23 AM |
Last train 5:23 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury West (CBW) 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Canterbury West (CBW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Canterbury West to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury West (CBW) 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 Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, 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 Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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