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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ramsgate to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$83
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
261 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ramsgate to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ramsgate to Birmingham will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Ramsgate for Birmingham on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 54 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.
08:00AM3h54
Ramsgate11:54AMBirmingham
$831One-way
0 transfers
04:53AM3h34
Ramsgate08:27AMBirmingham
$1231One-way
0 transfers
04:53AM3h34
Ramsgate08:27AMBirmingham
$1231One-way
0 transfers
08:00AM3h54
Ramsgate11:54AMBirmingham
$831One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ramsgate to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ramsgate 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 train which can get you there in 2h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €44.
Distance: 162 miles (261 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€84 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ramsgate to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Ramsgate to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:48 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:53 AM Ramsgate | 3h34 | 8:27 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Ramsgate | 3h54 | 11:54 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ramsgate to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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 $25 (€20)
Distance 162 miles (261 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€44) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 05:02 |
Last train 21:11 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Ramsgate to Birmingham start from as low as $53 (€44) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $103 (€84) depending on the train type and class.
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 $25 (€20)
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Southeastern from Ramsgate to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, Southeastern trains will get you between Ramsgate and Birmingham from $25 (€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
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
$51 (€42)
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 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
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 54m
Cheapest Price
$194 (€158)
Southeastern frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Trains from Ramsgate to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ramsgate 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.
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 Ramsgate to Birmingham is 162 miles (261 km).
The first train from Ramsgate to Birmingham leaves at 5:02 AM.
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.
There is no high speed train available from Ramsgate to Birmingham.
A day trip from Ramsgate to Birmingham is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 25m each way. Trains run 4 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Ramsgate to Birmingham.
The last train from Ramsgate to Birmingham leaves at 9:11 PM.
The train journey from Ramsgate to Birmingham offers a mix of urban and countryside views, including glimpses of Kent's charming landscapes and parts of central England's rolling fields, making for a pleasant but not particularly renowned scenic route.
There is no direct train service currently available from Ramsgate to Birmingham.
Train ticket prices from Ramsgate to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $53 (€44), while the average price is around $103 (€84).
The cheapest way to get from Ramsgate to Birmingham is by bus, with a cost of around $25 (€20).
The train from Ramsgate to Birmingham takes 3h 25m and runs 4 per day.
The train station in Ramsgate that goes to Birmingham is Ramsgate station (RAM), which connects to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Ramsgate to Birmingham.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ramsgate to Birmingham
Ramsgate
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Ramsgate is Ramsgate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ramsgate for your trip from Ramsgate to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 06:15 - 16:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to booking hall from car park. Lift and steps access to subway which gives direct access to platform 1,2,3 and 4 where services leave in both directions. Step free access to these platforms via lifts as well as stepped access.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platform 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: There is cycle parking at the Minster end of Platform 3/4 There is also a covered cycle parking area in the forecourt by the main entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Ramsgate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham Moor Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham Moor Street for your journey to Birmingham from Ramsgate.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 00:10 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Flower stall
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are located on Platform 1 and between platforms 3 & 4.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between Platforms 2 and 3 at the south end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Birmingham Moor Street
- 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.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar 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
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 21:00 Friday 06:00 - 23:00 Saturday 07:00 - 23:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 None
Parking
- Car Park: Birmingham Snow Hill (Council Managed)
Accessibility
- 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 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 available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 3 and also on Platform 2. The Gents toilets are located on Platform 2 and Platform 3. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1 and 3; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are only available from the first to last service.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Birmingham Snow Hill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Bus Stop SH4, at the front of the station on Colmore Row.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 18:00 Friday 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday 09:00 - 17:00 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- 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,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Perry Barr
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus layby on Birchfield Road near to station entrance for both directions
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