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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
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Solihull to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Solihull to Birmingham will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 6 trains that leave Solihull for Birmingham on Mon, Jul 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 20 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
On Mon, Jul 20 the slowest trains will take 15 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.
L12299
L22964
L37446
L37383
L22873
L37813
L37446
L37383
L12299
L22964Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Solihull to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Solihull to Birmingham:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Solihull to Birmingham costing on average $6 (€5).
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 41m.
The journey is about 18m faster (13m by train vs 31m by car) and roughly $8 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($6 (€5) vs $15 (€12)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Solihull to Birmingham trains for today, Sunday, July 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L38700 | On time 5:01 PM Solihull station (SOL) | 0h09 | 5:10 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38681 | On time 5:58 PM Solihull station (SOL) | 0h09 | 6:07 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y81064 | On time 6:35 PM Solihull station (SOL) | 0h12 | 6:47 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C29682 | On time 6:56 PM Solihull station (SOL) | 0h09 | 7:05 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, July 20 | |||||
L22873 | 10:11 AM Solihull station (SOL) | 0h15 | 10:26 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37446 | 10:34 AM Solihull station (SOL) | 0h10 | 10:44 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L22964 | 10:41 AM Solihull station (SOL) | 0h15 | 10:56 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37383 | 10:55 AM Solihull station (SOL) | 0h10 | 11:05 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L12299 | 11:11 AM Solihull station (SOL) | 0h15 | 11:26 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37813 | 11:24 AM Solihull station (SOL) | 0h09 | 11:33 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Solihull to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 9m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
Science museum with interactive galleries, engines and family-friendly exhibits in Millennium Point.
Historic home of the Pre-Raphaelite artists, showing furnished rooms, artworks and craft details.
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.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solihull 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 Solihull to Birmingham trains use the Solihull to Birmingham Moor Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Snow Hill. Use this guide to compare Solihull and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Solihull 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, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Solihull.
Wi-Fi is available at Solihull. ATMs are available at Solihull.
Ticket office support is available at Solihull. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Solihull: Parking, WC.
Available at Solihull: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Solihull: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Olton is 3 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
Olton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Olton.
Ticket office support is available at Olton. 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 Olton: Parking.
Available at Olton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Olton: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Widney Manor is 2 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
Widney Manor 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 Widney Manor.
Ticket office support is available at Widney Manor. 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 Widney Manor: Parking.
Available at Widney Manor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Widney Manor: 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 no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. 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 Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: 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.
Small Heath is 3 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Small Heath has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Small Heath.
Ticket office support is available at Small Heath. 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 Small Heath: Parking.
Available at Small Heath: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Small Heath: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, 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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