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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kensington Olympia (KPA) 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 Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 1 trains that leave Kensington Olympia (KPA) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
Travel Information
Compare train for Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €62.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€63 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:14 AM Kensington Olympia (KPA) | 2h34 | 6:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€62) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 08:21 |
Last train 14:50 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) start from as low as $76 (€62) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $78 (€63) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Southern from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsAvanti West Coast, London Overground, Southern trains will get you between Kensington Olympia (KPA) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $11 (€9). 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 Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kensington Olympia (KPA) 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 Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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- Car Park: Olympia
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: B2 station category . Step free platform interchange between London Overground northbound district line and London Overground southbound requires a 600m journey via the street. Use the Olympia Way entrance for London Overground Northbound District line . Use the Russell road entrance for London Overground southbound platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 2 racks South Bound platform 1 and North Bound platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop N in Holland Road for eastbound services to Shepherd's Bush Use Bus stop A in Holland Road for westbound services to Clapham Junction
- Metro: London Underground District Line service operates from this station at weekends and on some public holidays. At other times, take a southbound London Overground or Southern train and change at West Brompton for the District line.
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LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
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Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk
- 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.
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