The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
174 km
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 $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
It's difficult to get from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) without transferring at least once.
P25772 · P45589+
W02964
G84455+
Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+
L02372
W57476 · P45586+
L02345
P45586+
L02345
W57476+
Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+
L02345
W60453+
Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+
W02054
G84455+
Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+
L02372
W57476 · P45586+
L02345
W57476+
Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+
L02345
P45586+
L02345Travel 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 $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
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$72 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m 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 tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P45586+ L02345 | On time 8:10 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 2h38 | 10:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W60453+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W02054 | On time 8:13 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 2h14 | 10:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W57476 · P45586+ L02345 | 8:19 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 2h29 | 10:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W57476+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ L02345 | On time 8:19 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 2h29 | 10:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
P25772 · P45589+ W02964 | 8:30 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 3h18 | 11:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G84455+ Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+ L02372 | 8:31 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 2h24 | 10:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:01. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 21:01 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $10 (€8). 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 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
- Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- 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
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- 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
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- 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
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- 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
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- 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.

