The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Lichfield
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Lichfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Lichfield will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 5 trains that leave London for Lichfield on Sat, Dec 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 06 the direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Sat, Dec 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Lichfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Lichfield 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 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
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€34 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Lichfield train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Lichfield trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:39 AM London | 3h36 | 8:15 AM Lichfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:02 AM London | 3h13 | 10:15 AM Lichfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:16 AM London | 2h29 | 9:45 AM Lichfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 AM London | 3h25 | 11:15 AM Lichfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:16 AM London | 2h29 | 10:45 AM Lichfield | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets London to Lichfield by train or bus
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Why should you book London to Lichfield trains with Omio?
West Midlands Trains as well as Avanti West Coast and Chiltern Railways offer trains services from London to Lichfield. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London to Lichfield.
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 and Chiltern Railways to find the best option for your trip from London to Lichfield.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare West Midlands Trains with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Lichfield.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While West Midlands Trains tickets can be bought on West Midlands Trains's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Avanti West Coast and Chiltern Railways to help you choose the right option for your journey from London to Lichfield.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London to Lichfield.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Lichfield
Trains from London to Lichfield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (175 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 04:39 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways from London to Lichfield trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between London and Lichfield from $7 (€6). 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 to Lichfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Lichfield 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 Lichfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Lichfield
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:00 Saturday 08:10 - 14:50 Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to platform 2 for services away from London via subway with shopping area. Steps to Platform 1 for services towards London via staircase on Atlantic Road.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Platform 2
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:05 Saturday 07:00 - 20:05 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility category B1. Level access to Platform 2 (southbound) and lift access to Platform 1 (northbound) from street level, but no step-free interchange between platforms. Step-free platform interchange requires 50m journey via street
- 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: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use bus stop BB in Brockley Road for buses towards Crystal Palace, East Croydon, Norwood Junction, Sutton and West Croydon Use bus stop BA in Brockley Road for buses towards London Bridge and New Cross Gate
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline. The National key toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are on platforms 1, 9/10 and 13/14
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Brighton Yard side of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through services: Grant Road Bus Stop A All arrivals (except via Wandsworth Town): St Johns Hill Bus Stop C Arrivals via Wandsworth Town: Grant Road Bus Stop R
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 19:00 Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1 and 2. These toilets are currently unavailable due to an ongoing issue of anti-social behaviour & vandalism.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 16:00 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall. An entrance key can be requested from staff. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 06:00-19:00 and Sunday Closed. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Front
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