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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 on Sep 19
€47
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€58
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 31 m
Trains on Sep 19
5
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Slough to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Slough to Birmingham will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 5 trains from Slough to Birmingham, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Slough to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, while a train costs an average of €67.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€67 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m 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 Slough to Birmingham:
A bus is €42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Slough to Birmingham costing on average €67.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 41m.
Tickets start at around €67 compared to roughly €39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-27.58. The journey takes 2h 6m versus 2h 3m 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 Slough to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:24 AM Slough | 2h27 | 8:51 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:24 AM Slough | 2h27 | 9:51 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:02 AM Slough | 2h25 | 10:27 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:24 AM Slough | 2h27 | 10:51 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:47 AM Slough | 2h48 | 11:35 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Slough to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:43, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 2:43 AM |
Last train 11:11 PM |
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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.
A rich curry style developed by Birmingham's South Asian community, often cooked with green chillies, coriander and onions. It is the city's signature dish.
A spicy Indian snack of potato, chickpeas, noodles, chutneys and crisp pastry pieces. Popular in Birmingham's Pakistani and Indian food culture.
A flaky layered flatbread, often served with curry at breakfast or late-night eateries in the city. A staple in Birmingham's South Asian dining scene.
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.
Celebrated Indian vegetarian restaurant in Sparkbrook, loved for dosas, chaats and sweets in a busy casual setting.
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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Birmingham New Street -> Centenary Square
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slough 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 Slough to Birmingham trains use the Slough to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Slough and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Slough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Moon and Spoon, The Red Lion
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Slough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Slough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Slough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Slough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Slough: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor, Moxy Slough, Travelodge Slough.
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.
Perry Barr is 3 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Perry Barr has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Perry Barr.
Ticket office support is available at Perry Barr. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Perry Barr: Parking.
Available at Perry Barr: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perry Barr: 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.
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