London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham International (BHI) train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham International (BHI)

Showing times and prices for Jul 10

Cheapest price

$218

Average price

$218

Fastest journey

1 h 51 m

Average duration

1 h 51 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

148 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham International (BHI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham International (BHI) will cost around $218 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $218.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham International (BHI) without transferring at least once.

First Great Western Service
05:23AM2h16
London Paddington (PAD)
07:39AMBirmingham International (BHI)
$2181One-way
1 transfer
First Great Western Service
06:48AM1h51
London Paddington (PAD)
08:39AMBirmingham International (BHI)
$2181One-way
1 transfer
First Great Western Service
07:48AM1h51
London Paddington (PAD)
09:39AMBirmingham International (BHI)
$2181One-way
1 transfer
First Great Western Service
08:48AM1h51
London Paddington (PAD)
10:39AMBirmingham International (BHI)
$2181One-way
1 transfer
First Great Western Service
09:48AM1h51
London Paddington (PAD)
11:39AMBirmingham International (BHI)
$2181One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham International (BHI)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham International (BHI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €23.

Distance: 91 miles (148 km)

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€26

Average price

€17

Average price

Cheapest

2h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 52m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 30m

Average total duration

4h 0m

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30m

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Megabus

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham International (BHI) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) 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 $20 (€16)
Distance
91 miles (148 km)
Average train duration
1h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
$28 (€23)
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
2h 20m
First train
05:10
Last train
07:20
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 $20 (€16)

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Virgin Trains and first_great_western from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains

Find the best trains to Birmingham International (BHI) from London Paddington (PAD) with Omio's travel partners West Midlands Trains, Virgin Trains and first_great_western from $29 (€24). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham International (BHI) train information with West Midlands Trains:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 15 min
  • Cheapest Price: $29

FAQs: Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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Popular train stations from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
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Distance to city center
12 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Birmingham International
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.

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