The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€74
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
It's difficult to get from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) without transferring at least once.
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+
C178838:28 AM2h46London Paddington (PAD)11:14 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€251One-way1 transfer
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+
C17848 · Y808098:18 AM2h26London Paddington (PAD)10:44 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€361One-way2 transfers
W34077+
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston8:48 AM2h00London Paddington (PAD)10:48 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€411One-way1 transfer
W34151+
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston8:42 AM1h45London Paddington (PAD)10:27 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€831One-way1 transfer
W33941+
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston8:12 AM1h44London Paddington (PAD)9:56 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€891One-way1 transfer
W33941+
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston8:12 AM1h44London Paddington (PAD)9:56 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€891One-way1 transfer
W34151+
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston8:42 AM1h45London Paddington (PAD)10:27 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€831One-way1 transfer
W34077+
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston8:48 AM2h00London Paddington (PAD)10:48 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€411One-way1 transfer
G00739+
G149358:18 AM2h00London Paddington (PAD)10:18 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€1221One-way1 transfer
G00738+
Y154105:53 AM2h22London Paddington (PAD)8:15 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€1221One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€38 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest | €59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m 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 New Street (BHM):
A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average €38.
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 2m.
The journey is about 16m faster (2h 15m by train vs 2h 31m by car) and roughly €21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€38 vs €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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ C17917 | On time 3:28 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h47 | 6:15 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
G15031+ G00891 | On time 3:32 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h19 | 5:51 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ Y80906 | On time 3:58 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h46 | 6:44 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W34291 | On time 4:12 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h47 | 5:59 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ C18013 · Y80906 | On time 4:18 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h26 | 6:44 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W34827+ G00895 | On time 4:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h15 | 6:51 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W34135 | On time 4:42 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h45 | 6:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W34075+ G00977 | On time 4:45 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h00 | 6:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ C01361 | On time 4:48 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h00 | 6:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W34288 | On time 5:11 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h47 | 6:58 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ C18012 · C17813 | On time 5:18 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h26 | 7:44 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ Y80919 | On time 5:28 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h46 | 8:14 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W34141 | On time 5:42 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h45 | 7:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W34235 | On time 5:48 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h00 | 7:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Paddington to London Marylebone+ L37384+ G00733 | On time 5:50 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h28 | 8:18 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
Y15410+ G00738 | 5:53 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h22 | 8:15 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W33941+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | 8:12 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h44 | 9:56 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
G14935+ G00739 | 8:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h00 | 10:18 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C17848 · Y80809+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | 8:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h26 | 10:44 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C17883+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | 8:28 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h46 | 11:14 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W34151+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | 8:42 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h45 | 10:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W34077+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | 8:48 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h00 | 10:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 4:42 AM |
Last train 8:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
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CrossCountry
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FAQs: Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) 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.

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Popular train stations from London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most London Paddington (PAD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the London Euston to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington from London city centre
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington 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: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
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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