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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
4 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
400 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 7 trains that leave Edinburgh for Birmingham International Airport on Sat, Jul 11, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct trains cover the 400 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 34 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest trains will take 5 h 21 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.
12:45 PM6h45Edinburgh7:30 PMBirmingham International Airport$541One-way0 transfers
8:05 AM5h21Edinburgh1:26 PMBirmingham International Airport$601One-way0 transfers- 8:52 AM5h04Edinburgh1:56 PMBirmingham International Airport$1101One-way0 transfers
1:30 PM8h38Edinburgh10:08 PMBirmingham International Airport$1121One-way0 transfers- 12:52 PM4h34Edinburgh5:26 PMBirmingham International Airport$1131One-way0 transfers
- 12:52 PM4h34Edinburgh5:26 PMBirmingham International Airport$1131One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 AM4h52Edinburgh2:52 PMBirmingham International Airport$1511One-way0 transfers
- 10:52 AM5h03Edinburgh3:55 PMBirmingham International Airport$1161One-way0 transfers
- 8:52 AM5h04Edinburgh1:56 PMBirmingham International Airport$1101One-way0 transfers
- 8:05 AM5h21Edinburgh1:26 PMBirmingham International Airport$601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 248 miles (400 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$98 Average price | $80 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $165 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport costing on average $80 (€66).
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport costing on average $98 (€80).
Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 0m.
Bus takes on average 8h 31m.
The journey is about 37m faster (5h 0m by train vs 5h 37m by car) and roughly $67 (€55) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($98 (€80) vs $165 (€136)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:05 AM Edinburgh | 5h21 | 1:26 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:52 AM Edinburgh | 5h04 | 1:56 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 AM Edinburgh | 4h52 | 2:52 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:52 AM Edinburgh | 5h03 | 3:55 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:45 PM Edinburgh | 6h45 | 7:30 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:52 PM Edinburgh | 4h34 | 5:26 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:30 PM Edinburgh | 8h38 | 10:08 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:52, the last at 18:04. The fastest train covers the 248 miles (400 km) distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 248 miles (400 km) |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 6:52 AM |
Last train 6:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country trains will get you between Edinburgh and Birmingham International Airport from $28 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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CrossCountry
Transpennine Express
Caledonian Sleeper
Cross Country
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport 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 International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport
Most Edinburgh to Birmingham International Airport trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Birmingham International Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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