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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
$84
Average price
$152
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southall to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southall to Birmingham will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
It's difficult to get from Southall to Birmingham without transferring at least once.
W33935+
Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+
C37727
W34151+
C37685+
Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston
W34077+
C37692+
Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston
G00698+
C37256
G00855+
C37236
W34151+
C37685+
Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston
W33935+
Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+
C37727
G00739+
C37231
W34077+
C37692+
Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston
G00698+
C37256Trains from Southall to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 but you can travel from only $11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 3:48 AM |
Last train 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Southall to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00739+ C37231 | 8:01 AM Southall station (STL) | 2h17 | 10:18 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+ W34151+ C37685 | 8:15 AM Southall station (STL) | 2h12 | 10:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G00855+ C37236 | 8:16 AM Southall station (STL) | 2h35 | 10:51 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C37692+ Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+ W34077 | 8:24 AM Southall station (STL) | 2h24 | 10:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C37727+ Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+ W33935 | 8:40 AM Southall station (STL) | 2h15 | 10:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G00698+ C37256 | 8:45 AM Southall station (STL) | 2h33 | 11:18 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
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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 Southall 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 Southall to Birmingham trains use the Southall to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Southall and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Southall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Southall.
Ticket office support is available at Southall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southall: Parking, WC.
Available at Southall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International 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, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: 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.
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