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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
$3
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$5
Fastest journey on Sep 19
22 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
22 m
Trains on Sep 19
13
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Walsall to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Walsall to Birmingham will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 13 trains from Walsall to Birmingham, including 13 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 22 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.
P69403
W11475
W11474
W00372
W00428
W11478
W11477
W11479
W11475
W11474Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Walsall to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, while a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $7 compared to roughly $16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9. The journey takes 25m versus 24m 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.
Direct services run with West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.
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 Walsall 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W00428 | 6:02 AM Walsall station (WSL) | 0h27 | 6:29 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W00372 | 6:32 AM Walsall station (WSL) | 0h26 | 6:58 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W11474 | 6:50 AM Walsall station (WSL) | 0h22 | 7:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P69403 | 7:07 AM Walsall station (WSL) | 0h27 | 7:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W11475 | 7:20 AM Walsall station (WSL) | 0h22 | 7:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W00442 | 7:37 AM Walsall station (WSL) | 0h27 | 8:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W11476 | 7:50 AM Walsall station (WSL) | 0h22 | 8:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W00439 | 8:07 AM Walsall station (WSL) | 0h27 | 8:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W11477 | 8:20 AM Walsall station (WSL) | 0h22 | 8:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L22990 | 8:37 AM Walsall station (WSL) | 0h27 | 9:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W11478 | 8:50 AM Walsall station (WSL) | 0h22 | 9:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P69413 | 9:07 AM Walsall station (WSL) | 0h27 | 9:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W11479 | 9:20 AM Walsall station (WSL) | 0h22 | 9:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Walsall to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 5:21 AM |
Last train 11:48 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.
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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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Walsall 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 Walsall to Birmingham trains use the Walsall to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Walsall and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Walsall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Walsall.
Ticket office support is available at Walsall. 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 Walsall: Parking, WC.
Available at Walsall: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Walsall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are locate in the Booking Hall and on platform one, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Bescot Stadium is 2 km from Walsall city centre. Public transport options include:
Bescot Stadium has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Bescot Stadium. 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 Bescot Stadium: Parking.
Available at Bescot Stadium: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bescot Stadium: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, 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 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 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.
Kings Norton is 7 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Kings Norton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Kings Norton.
Ticket office support is available at Kings Norton. 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 Kings Norton: Parking, WC.
Available at Kings Norton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kings Norton: 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 not available, 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: No.
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