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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$9
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$15
Fastest journey on Sep 05
49 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
50 m
Trains on Sep 05
18
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 18 trains from South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), including 13 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 50 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.
G669366:54 AM0h52South Wigston (SWS)7:46 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$91One-way0 transfers- G010478:22 AM0h52South Wigston (SWS)9:14 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$131One-way0 transfers
- G66621 · G669408:44 AM1h31South Wigston (SWS)10:15 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$131One-way1 transfer
- G66628 · G6694911:44 AM1h31South Wigston (SWS)1:15 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$131One-way1 transfer
- G6694310:24 AM0h51South Wigston (SWS)11:15 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$151One-way0 transfers
- G0105410:26 PM0h49South Wigston (SWS)11:15 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$151One-way0 transfers
- G669614:24 PM0h50South Wigston (SWS)5:14 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$171One-way0 transfers
- G669656:24 PM0h50South Wigston (SWS)7:14 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$171One-way0 transfers
- G669625:24 PM0h50South Wigston (SWS)6:14 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$171One-way0 transfers
- G669728:24 PM0h50South Wigston (SWS)9:14 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, while a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 32 miles (53 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average $20 (€16).
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 5m.
The journey is about 3m faster (55m by train vs 58m by car) and roughly $9 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($20 (€16) vs $28 (€23)). 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 CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G66933 | 5:54 AM South Wigston (SWS) | 0h51 | 6:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66936 | 6:54 AM South Wigston (SWS) | 0h52 | 7:46 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01047 | 8:22 AM South Wigston (SWS) | 0h52 | 9:14 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66621 · G66940 | 8:44 AM South Wigston (SWS) | 1h31 | 10:15 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G66943 | 10:24 AM South Wigston (SWS) | 0h51 | 11:15 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66626 · G66945 | 10:44 AM South Wigston (SWS) | 1h29 | 12:13 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G66628 · G66949 | 11:44 AM South Wigston (SWS) | 1h31 | 1:15 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G66949 | 12:24 PM South Wigston (SWS) | 0h51 | 1:15 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00791 · G66950 | 12:44 PM South Wigston (SWS) | 1h31 | 2:15 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G66955 | 2:24 PM South Wigston (SWS) | 0h51 | 3:15 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66636 · G66957 | 2:45 PM South Wigston (SWS) | 1h29 | 4:14 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G66961 | 4:24 PM South Wigston (SWS) | 0h50 | 5:14 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66962 | 5:24 PM South Wigston (SWS) | 0h50 | 6:14 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66965 | 6:24 PM South Wigston (SWS) | 0h50 | 7:14 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01049 | 7:24 PM South Wigston (SWS) | 0h50 | 8:14 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66972 | 8:24 PM South Wigston (SWS) | 0h50 | 9:14 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66975 | 9:24 PM South Wigston (SWS) | 0h50 | 10:14 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 5:24 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry from South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between South Wigston (SWS) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most South Wigston (SWS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the South Wigston to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare South Wigston (SWS) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to South Wigston from Wigston city centre
South Wigston is 2 km from Wigston city centre. Public transport options include:
South Wigston train station facilities and services
South Wigston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at South Wigston.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Wigston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at South Wigston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Wigston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Both platforms may be accessed via ramps which have a moderate gradient. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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