The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) 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 Moor Street (BMO) will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) on Thu, May 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.
7:45 AM2h20London Paddington (PAD)10:05 AMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)$351One-way0 transfers
6:45 AM2h20London Paddington (PAD)9:05 AMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)$801One-way0 transfers
6:45 AM2h20London Paddington (PAD)9:05 AMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)$801One-way0 transfers
7:45 AM2h20London Paddington (PAD)10:05 AMBirmingham Moor Street (BMO)$351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m 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 Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO):
A bus is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) costing on average $57 (€46).
Other travel options to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 57m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (2h 12m by train vs 2h 36m by car). Tickets start at around $57 (€46) compared to roughly $43 (€34) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L37691+ Tube from London Paddington to London Marylebone | 2:19 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h15 | 4:34 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1 transfer | |
L37706+ Tube from London Paddington to London Marylebone | Delayed 2:02 PM 2:45 PMLondon Paddington (PAD) | 2h20 | 5:05 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
![]() | 6:45 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h20 | 9:05 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h20 | 10:05 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 17:20. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 5:42 AM |
Last train 5:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) trainsChiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) from $18 (€15). 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 London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) 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 Moor Street (BMO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 00:10 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Flower stall
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are located on Platform 1 and between platforms 3 & 4.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between Platforms 2 and 3 at the south end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: This station is not usually served by rail replacement buses, due to difficult road access. Replacement buses stop at Birmingham Snow Hill station.
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