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The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Showing times and prices for Dec 23
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
174 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) 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 East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave East Croydon (ECR) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Tue, Dec 23, 3 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 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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.
08:42PM3h13
East Croydon (ECR)11:55PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$721One-way
0 transfers
02:12PM2h36
East Croydon (ECR)04:48PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$791One-way
0 transfers
07:10AM2h38
East Croydon (ECR)09:48AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$1101One-way
0 transfers
02:12PM2h36
East Croydon (ECR)04:48PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$791One-way
0 transfers
07:10AM2h38
East Croydon (ECR)09:48AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$1101One-way
0 transfers
08:42PM3h13
East Croydon (ECR)11:55PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$721One-way
0 transfers
East Croydon (ECR) - Birmingham New Street (BHM)Compare Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink
$21
2h 22m
5 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
$72
3h 13m
3 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
$34
3h 19m
2 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
$136
1h 53m
2 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
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€63 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:01 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:10 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 2h52 | 10:02 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
| 7:10 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 2h38 | 9:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:12 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 2h36 | 4:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 2h 15m.
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 $8 (€6)
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 20:42 |
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 $8 (€6)
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, Southern from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $8 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Chiltern Railways
About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
$72 (€58)
Chiltern Railways frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
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
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone
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
3h 19m
Cheapest Price
$34 (€27)
West Midlands Trains frequency
2 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
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest Price
$136 (€109)
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 29m
Cheapest Price
$160 (€128)
Southern frequency
14 a day
FAQs: Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) 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.
The train journey from East Croydon to Birmingham New Street primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, with some scenic countryside views, particularly as the route approaches the Midlands.
The distance by train from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is 108 miles (174 km).
The train from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) takes 2h 15m and runs 5 per day.
The last train from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 8:42 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
There is no high speed train available from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
A day trip from East Croydon to Birmingham New Street is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 15m. However, there are 5 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 108 miles (174 km).
Train ticket prices from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $21 (€17), while the average price is around $78 (€63).
The cheapest way to get from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is by bus, with a cost of around $8 (€6).
The first train from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 5:05 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
popular train stations
Popular train stations from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Croydon
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Croydon is East Croydon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at East Croydon for your trip from Croydon to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for East Croydon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
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 Croydon.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information 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.
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