Trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham

Trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham

Travelers can choose from over 20 daily Edinburgh to Birmingham trains. The majority of trains along this route are with Cross Country trains, but First Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, and Virgin also have two to five daily trains. The train from Edinburgh to Birmingham has a duration between five hours and 37 minutes and ten hours and 54 minutes, depending on whether it is direct route, overnight train, or has multiple changes along the way. 

 Edinburgh to Birmingham train time: Daily departures

There are over 20 daily trains along this route, with multiple hourly trains during business hours. The final departure is typically around 10:30 p.m. during the week and midnight on weekends. Late night and midnight departures are overnight trains that arrive in the early morning. There is typically an overnight train every night of the week. 

How long is the journey by train from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

The train from Edinburgh to Birmingham takes between five hours and 37 minutes to ten hours and 54 minutes. Direct trains take up to five hours and 45 minutes. The bulk of daily direct and indirect trains are under seven hours long, while overnight trains are typically between nine and 11 hours in duration. 

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

Departure train station: Trains depart from either Edinburgh Haymarket or Waverley Stations. Haymarket is one and a half miles (two and a half km) southwest of Edinburgh city center. Travelers can walk 25 to 30 minutes or take a five minute train ride to Haymarket Station. The station has Wi-Fi, restrooms, cafes and bistros. Waverley is located one third of a mile (half a km) southwest of central Ediburgh. Travelers can reach the station from the city center with a five minute walk. Waverley has ATMs, restrooms, and Wi-Fi, among other amenities.

Arrival train station: Trains arrive at Birmingham New Street Station. The station is located just under one mile (one and a quarter km) southwest of central Birmingham. Travelers can reach the city center by a 15 minute walk or 15 minute ride on the local metro or bus network. New Street Station has restrooms, waiting rooms, and cafes, among other facilities. 

Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

Trains along this route are operated by Cross Country, First Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, and Virgin. Cross Country offers the bulk of journeys, and is the only operator with direct trains between these cities. First Transpennine Express and Virgin offer overnight routes. 

Cross Country Edinburgh to Birmingham

Cross Country operates over 15 direct and indirect daily trains. The Cross Country train from Edinburgh to Birmingham takes five hours and 37 minutes to six hours and 20 minutes in duration. 

First Transpennine Express Edinburgh to Birmingham

First Transpennine Express has two daily indirect and overnight routes that take ten hours and 30 minutes to ten hours and 54 minutes. These depart between 9:00 p.m. and midnight. 

London North Eastern Railway Edinburgh to Birmingham

There are three London North Eastern Railway trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham every day of the week. These indirect trains are five hours and 39 minutes to six hours and 21 minutes in duration, and make three to four changes along the way. 

Virgin Edinburgh to Birmingham

Virgin Trains offers two overnight, indirect train departures along this route, departing around midnight. Trains change twice along the way and take nine hours and 21 minutes to nine hours and 25 minutes. 

Edinburgh to Birmingham trains: Services on board

Trains typically have first and second class cabins, with first class tickets offering seat reservations. Trains permit one piece of luggage and one personal item or carry on item. Luggage dimensions should be no larger than 90 x 70 x 30 cm/ 35.5 x 27.5 x 11.8 in. Excess luggage may incur a fee. Cyclists can bring their bike on the train at no extra cost but a bicycle space should be reserved ahead of time. Passengers using wheelchairs should reserve disabled seating ahead of time, as trains are accessible but may have limited accessible seating. Assistance for those with limited mobility will be provided at stations when booked in advance. 

How can I find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

Early birds have a great chance of finding cheap tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham. Book in advance to score great deals, or for those planning a trip just around the corner, try to be flexible with travel dates. Select tickets a few days either side of first choice travel dates to find the cheapest alternatives. Choose slower trains with more connections when possible, as regional or indirect trains are often cheaper than high-speed direct journeys.

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