- Must visit
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€22
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€52
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 30 m
Trains on Sep 20
23
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Birmingham will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 23 trains from Chester to Birmingham, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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.
W33269 · W33371
W45194
W33351 · W33369
W45204
W45245
W33165+
G01030
W33265+
G01034
W33327 · C01364
W33351 · W33369
W33337 · W33256Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, while a train costs an average of €38.
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€38 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest | €32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Chester to Birmingham:
A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chester to Birmingham costing on average €38.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 10m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (1h 34m by train vs 1h 52m by car). Tickets start at around €38 compared to roughly €32 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.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Birmingham 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G38703+ C16955 | On time 2:58 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h50 | 4:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
G38703+ W33433+ W29893 | On time 2:58 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h35 | 4:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G38571 | On time 3:22 PM Chester station (CTR) | 2h10 | 5:32 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33645+ G01031 | Delayed 2:34 PM 3:32 PMChester station (CTR) | 1h24 | 4:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
G01007+ W45092 | 8:05 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h51 | 9:56 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C16922+ G38668 | 8:38 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h47 | 10:25 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W45204 | 9:20 AM Chester station (CTR) | 2h12 | 11:32 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W44605 · G38896 · G38549 | 9:42 AM Chester station (CTR) | 2h50 | 12:32 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W44605+ W33326 | 9:42 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h35 | 11:17 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
G38681+ S26660 | 9:57 AM Chester station (CTR) | 2h09 | 12:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
G38681+ S26660+ G01015 | 9:57 AM Chester station (CTR) | 2h01 | 11:58 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G38661+ C16931 | 10:39 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h39 | 12:18 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
G38684+ W33141+ G01019 | 10:57 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h59 | 12:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W33269 · W33371 | 11:28 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1h38 | 1:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W45241 | 11:32 AM Chester station (CTR) | 2h00 | 1:32 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38669+ W33147+ G01023 | 12:21 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h35 | 1:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G38908 · G38555 | 12:25 PM Chester station (CTR) | 2h07 | 2:32 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
G38908+ W11217 · W88059 | 12:25 PM Chester station (CTR) | 2h59 | 3:24 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
W33327 · C01364 | 12:32 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h34 | 2:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W45087+ W33191+ G01026 | 1:02 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h54 | 2:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W33337 · W33256 | 1:32 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h34 | 3:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W45245 | 1:34 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h58 | 3:32 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33351 · W33369 | 2:32 PM Chester station (CTR) | 1h34 | 4:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Chester to Birmingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:28, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 1:28 AM |
Last train 10:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Birmingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birmingham trip today.
Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
Science museum with interactive galleries, engines and family-friendly exhibits in Millennium Point.
Historic home of the Pre-Raphaelite artists, showing furnished rooms, artworks and craft details.
Restored canal-side quarter with waterside walks, bars, heritage buildings and easy access to major venues.
Lively canal junction area with historic warehouses, footbridges and one of Birmingham's best urban walks.
Creative district known for street art, independent culture, music heritage and alternative city energy.
A rich curry style developed by Birmingham's South Asian community, often cooked with green chillies, coriander and onions. It is the city's signature dish.
A spicy Indian snack of potato, chickpeas, noodles, chutneys and crisp pastry pieces. Popular in Birmingham's Pakistani and Indian food culture.
A flaky layered flatbread, often served with curry at breakfast or late-night eateries in the city. A staple in Birmingham's South Asian dining scene.
Michelin-starred fine dining by Aktar Islam, known for modern Indian tasting menus in an elegant canal-side setting.
Refined modern British restaurant with inventive tasting menus and polished service in a smart city-centre dining room.
Celebrated Indian vegetarian restaurant in Sparkbrook, loved for dosas, chaats and sweets in a busy casual setting.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transit and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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.

Most Chester to Birmingham trains use the Chester to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Snow Hill. Use this guide to compare Chester and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
ATMs are available at Chester.
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, 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.
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 options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
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 storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. 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.
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, 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 accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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