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The cheapest and fastest trains from Motherwell to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for Dec 17
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
392 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Motherwell to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motherwell to Birmingham will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Motherwell for Birmingham on Wed, Dec 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 392 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 2 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 6 h 10 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.
05:04AM4h02
Motherwell09:06AMBirmingham
$491One-way
0 transfers
04:48AM4h18
Motherwell09:06AMBirmingham
$501One-way
0 transfers
04:56AM6h10
Motherwell11:06AMBirmingham
$831One-way
0 transfers
05:04AM4h02
Motherwell09:06AMBirmingham
$491One-way
0 transfers
04:48AM4h18
Motherwell09:06AMBirmingham
$501One-way
0 transfers
04:56AM6h10
Motherwell11:06AMBirmingham
$831One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Motherwell to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Motherwell to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 243 miles (392 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€54 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €50 Average price |
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
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Live departures
Motherwell to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Motherwell to Birmingham trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 9:16 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:50 PM Motherwell | 4h16 | 5:06 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:55 PM Motherwell | 4h11 | 8:06 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, December 17 | |||||
| 4:48 AM Motherwell | 4h18 | 9:06 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:56 AM Motherwell | 6h10 | 11:06 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:04 AM Motherwell | 4h02 | 9:06 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Avanti West Coast as well as CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express and Cross Country offer trains services from Motherwell to Birmingham. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Motherwell to Birmingham.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express and Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Motherwell to Birmingham.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Avanti West Coast tickets can be bought on Avanti West Coast's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express and Cross Country to help you choose the right option for your journey from Motherwell to Birmingham.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Motherwell to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Motherwell to Birmingham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 243 miles (392 km) distance in 4h 2m.
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 $24 (€20)
Distance 243 miles (392 km) |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 04:56 |
Last train 19:07 |
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 $24 (€20)
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from Motherwell to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between Motherwell and Birmingham from $24 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 2m
Cheapest Price
$35 (€28)
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 54m
Cheapest Price
$81 (€65)
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 40m
Cheapest Price
$243 (€194)
first_transpennine_express frequency
1 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 54m
Cheapest Price
$443 (€354)
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Trains from Motherwell to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motherwell 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.
There is no high speed train available from Motherwell to Birmingham.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.
The distance by train from Motherwell to Birmingham is 243 miles (392 km).
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.
Yes, you can take the train from Motherwell to Birmingham.
A day trip from Motherwell to Birmingham is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 2m. However, there are 3 train services available per day covering a distance of 243 miles (392 km).
Yes, there is a direct train from Motherwell to Birmingham. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country.
The train journey from Motherwell to Birmingham offers varied scenery, including views of the rolling hills of the Scottish Lowlands, the Pennines, and the English countryside, making parts of the trip quite scenic.
Train ticket prices from Motherwell to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $33 (€26), while the average price is around $67 (€54).
The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Birmingham is by bus, with a cost of around $24 (€20).
The train from Motherwell to Birmingham takes 4h 2m and runs 3 per day.
The train station in Motherwell that goes to Birmingham is Motherwell station (MTH), which connects to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Motherwell to Birmingham.
The first train from Motherwell to Birmingham leaves at 4:56 AM.
The last train from Motherwell to Birmingham leaves at 7:07 PM.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Motherwell to Birmingham
Motherwell
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Motherwell is Motherwell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Motherwell for your trip from Motherwell to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:15 - 00:00 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent, PhotoMe photo booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Motherwell
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Muir Street
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your journey to Birmingham from Motherwell.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Distance to city center
12 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
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 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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Witton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Witton Road - under the railway bridge at public service bus stop at bottom of station ramp to Walsall bound platform
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