- Must visit
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
$11
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tamworth to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tamworth to Birmingham will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 25 trains that leave Tamworth for Birmingham on Sat, Aug 01, 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 17 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.
G01091
G00999
G01174
G01134
G00744
G01175
W29885
G01137
W29872
G01174Trains from Tamworth to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 but you can travel from only $5 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 17m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 11:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
The table below shows live departures for Tamworth to Birmingham trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01118 | On time 4:02 PM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h22 | 4:24 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
G01091 | 7:02 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h23 | 7:25 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01174 | 7:11 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h17 | 7:28 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00999 | 7:34 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h22 | 7:56 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01134 | 7:49 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h17 | 8:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01094 | 8:03 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h21 | 8:24 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01175 | 8:12 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h16 | 8:28 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00776 | 8:30 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h25 | 8:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01137 | 8:49 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h16 | 9:05 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01097 | 9:03 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h20 | 9:23 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00744 | 9:32 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h23 | 9:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01100 | 10:03 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h21 | 10:24 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00746 | 10:32 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h23 | 10:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01146 | 10:49 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h17 | 11:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01103 | 11:04 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h20 | 11:24 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00748 | 11:31 AM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h24 | 11:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01106 | 12:02 PM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h21 | 12:23 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00750 | 12:32 PM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h23 | 12:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29872 | 12:50 PM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h16 | 1:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01108 | 1:03 PM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h21 | 1:24 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00752 | 1:35 PM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h20 | 1:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01112 | 2:03 PM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h22 | 2:25 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00754 | 2:32 PM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h23 | 2:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29885 | 2:49 PM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h16 | 3:05 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01115 | 3:03 PM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h21 | 3:24 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00756 | 3:35 PM Tamworth station (TAM) | 0h20 | 3:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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.
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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tamworth 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 Tamworth to Birmingham trains use the Tamworth to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at University. Use this guide to compare Tamworth and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Tamworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Tamworth.
Ticket office support is available at Tamworth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Tamworth: Parking, WC.
Available at Tamworth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tamworth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available - A2B Taxis are at Tamworth Station on 01827 311 111. All taxis are accessible. Public waiting area for taxis, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the station front, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 23:45 Sunday 08:00 - 23:30, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at University.
Ticket office support is available at University. 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 University: Parking.
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, 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 located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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