- Must visit
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum with Pre-Raphaelite art, local history, and rotating exhibitions in a landmark civic building.
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grimsby to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grimsby to Birmingham will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
Of the 2 trains that leave Grimsby for Birmingham on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 171 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Grimsby to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 106 miles (171 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$85 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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 Grimsby to Birmingham:
A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grimsby to Birmingham costing on average $85 (€70).
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 48m.
Tickets start at around $85 (€70) compared to roughly $56 (€45) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-29.66 (€-24.27). The journey takes 2h 52m versus 2h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Grimsby to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:34 AM Grimsby | 3h31 | 1:05 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:34 PM Grimsby | 3h32 | 5:06 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Grimsby to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (171 km) distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 106 miles (171 km) |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 4:33 AM |
Last train 8:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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 with Pre-Raphaelite art, local history, and rotating exhibitions in a landmark civic building.
Family-friendly science museum with interactive galleries, a planetarium, and displays on industry and innovation.
Leading contemporary art gallery in Brindleyplace, known for ambitious exhibitions in a restored Victorian school building.
One of Birmingham's most photogenic canal hubs, popular for strolling, waterside views, and industrial heritage atmosphere.
Historic district known for independent workshops, heritage streetscapes, and a strong local creative identity.
Creative neighborhood famous for street art, warehouses, and a trendy atmosphere that is highly popular on social media.
Birmingham’s signature curry, cooked and served in a thin pressed-steel balti bowl. Developed by the city’s South Asian communities, it is one of the most iconic local dishes to try.
A traditional Black Country dish of seasoned meatballs, usually served with peas and gravy. It is a classic working-class meal closely associated with the Birmingham area.
Crunchy roasted pork rind snack long linked with pubs across the Black Country and Birmingham. Salty and rich, it is a very local bar snack.
Well-known casual spot celebrated for quality burgers, loaded fries, and craft beer in a lively, modern atmosphere.
Modern fine-dining restaurant known for creative tasting menus and theatrical presentation in a stylish city-centre setting.
Established upscale Indian restaurant serving refined North Indian dishes in elegant surroundings, popular for special occasions.
Moderate by UK standards. Chain cafes and pubs are affordable, while central hotels and upscale dining cost more.
Service charge may be added in restaurants. If not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxis. Tipping in pubs and cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby 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 Grimsby to Birmingham trains use the Grimsby Town to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Grimsby and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Grimsby Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Grimsby Town.
Wi-Fi is available at Grimsby Town.
Ticket office support is available at Grimsby Town.
Available at Grimsby Town: Parking, WC.
Available at Grimsby Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grimsby Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Grimsby Docks has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Grimsby Docks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grimsby Docks: Parking.
Available at Grimsby Docks: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grimsby Docks: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is step free, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 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.
Longbridge is 10 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Longbridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Longbridge.
Ticket office support is available at Longbridge. 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 Longbridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Longbridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Longbridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, 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 in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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