London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Showing times and prices for Jun 25

Cheapest price

$45

Average price

$95

Fastest journey

2 h 20 m

Average duration

2 h 44 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

149 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) 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 London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave London Heathrow Airport (LHR) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Wed, Jun 25, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .

On Wed, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 3 h 3 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.

CrossCountry
02:15PM3h03
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
05:18PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$451One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
05:21AM2h54
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
08:15AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$751One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
08:51AM3h00
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
11:51AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$1191One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:32AM2h24
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
10:56AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$1191One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:36AM2h20
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
10:56AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$1191One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m.

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€89

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€31

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3h 9m

Average duration

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2h 39m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 41m

Average duration

4h 11m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

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Trains from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $15 (€12)
Distance
92 miles (149 km)
Average train duration
2h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
$45 (€37)
Trains per day
16
Fastest train
2h 20m
First train
05:21
Last train
22:21
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $15 (€12)

Train providers: Chiltern Railways, Virgin Trains and CrossCountry from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains

Chiltern Railways, Virgin Trains and CrossCountry trains will get you to Birmingham New Street (BHM) from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from $77 (€62). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next journey: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance.

Train information from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) with Chiltern Railways:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 3 min
  • Cheapest Price: $96

FAQs: Trains from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

FAQs: Travel by train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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Popular train stations from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

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AccessibilityAccessibility
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
Shopping
  • 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
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • All Bar One
  • Leon
  • Caffè Nero
  • Five Guys
  • Krispy Kreme
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Wasabi
  • Starbucks
  • Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
  • Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
  • Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
Lounge
  • 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
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • In the middle of the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham New Street
  • 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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