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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
Cheapest price
$119
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Birmingham will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $119.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Birmingham without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone+
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone+
W45524Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Birmingham:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Birmingham costing on average $61 (€50).
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 10m.
Tickets start at around $61 (€50) compared to roughly $43 (€35) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-18.15 (€-14.93). The journey takes 2h 28m versus 1h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Birmingham trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W45524+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Marylebone+ L37903 | On time 8:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 3h20 | 11:33 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 transfers | |
C41862 · W70854+ G00956 | On time 8:14 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h24 | 10:38 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C04212+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33935 | On time 8:25 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h30 | 10:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W45606+ W88039 · W70290+ W33964 | On time 8:50 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h58 | 11:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
C41866 · W70858+ G00959 | On time 9:15 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h23 | 11:38 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C41869 · W70861+ G66946 | On time 9:40 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h33 | 12:13 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C41875 · C21643+ G00960 | On time 10:40 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h58 | 12:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C04229+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W33919 | On time 10:56 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h31 | 1:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C41881 · C21657+ G00964 | On time 11:40 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h58 | 1:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C04235+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Euston+ W34208 | On time 11:56 AM Luton station (LUT) | 2h31 | 2:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C41888 · W70877+ G00966 | On time 12:40 PM Luton station (LUT) | 1h58 | 2:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C41892 · W70880+ G00969 | On time 1:10 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h28 | 3:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C41893 · C21651+ G66958 | On time 1:40 PM Luton station (LUT) | 2h35 | 4:15 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Luton to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:22 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
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Restored canal-side quarter with waterside walks, bars, heritage buildings and easy access to major venues.
Lively canal junction area with historic warehouses, footbridges and one of Birmingham's best urban walks.
Creative district known for street art, independent culture, music heritage and alternative city energy.
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Michelin-starred fine dining by Aktar Islam, known for modern Indian tasting menus in an elegant canal-side setting.
Refined modern British restaurant with inventive tasting menus and polished service in a smart city-centre dining room.
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Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transit and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Birmingham 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Luton to Birmingham trains use the Luton to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Luton and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
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 storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: 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.
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: 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.
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