The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
It's difficult to get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) without transferring at least once.
Y80879+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston1:59 PM2h45London Kings Cross (KGX)4:44 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$211One-way1 transfer
Y80886+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston2:36 PM2h38London Kings Cross (KGX)5:14 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$241One-way1 transfer
C18017 · Y80879+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston2:26 PM2h18London Kings Cross (KGX)4:44 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$271One-way2 transfers
C17883+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston8:36 AM2h38London Kings Cross (KGX)11:14 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$301One-way1 transfer
C17848 · Y80809+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston8:26 AM2h18London Kings Cross (KGX)10:44 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$441One-way2 transfers
W34289+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston2:20 PM1h36London Kings Cross (KGX)3:56 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$571One-way1 transfer
W33941+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston8:20 AM1h36London Kings Cross (KGX)9:56 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$1251One-way1 transfer
W33938+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston2:50 PM1h37London Kings Cross (KGX)4:27 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$701One-way1 transfer
W34151+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston8:50 AM1h37London Kings Cross (KGX)10:27 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$1011One-way1 transfer
W33892+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston2:56 PM1h52London Kings Cross (KGX)4:48 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$701One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A bus is $25 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 54m.
The journey is about 23m faster (2h 10m by train vs 2h 33m by car) and roughly $33 (€28) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($38 (€31) vs $72 (€59)). 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, West Midlands Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ Y80809 | 8:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h41 | 10:44 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W33941 | 8:20 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h36 | 9:56 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ C17848 · Y80809 | 8:26 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h18 | 10:44 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ C17883 | 8:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h38 | 11:14 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ W34151 | 8:50 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h37 | 10:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+ Y80879 | 1:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h45 | 4:44 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) by train or bus
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Why should you book London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 20:31. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 4:42 AM |
Last train 8:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
Avanti West Coast
Chiltern Railways
CrossCountry
FAQs: Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the London Euston to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London Kings Cross (KGX) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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