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Compare train and bus for Grantham to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grantham to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €37, while a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 60 miles (97 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€37 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around €37 compared to roughly €22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€15. The journey takes 1h 50m versus 1h 41m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Grantham to Birmingham is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
9:01 AM 1h54 Grantham 10:55 AM Birmingham €77 1 One-way 1 transfer
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9:01 AM 1h54 Grantham 10:55 AM Birmingham €77 1 One-way 1 transfer
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9:01 AM 1h54 Grantham 10:55 AM Birmingham €77 1 One-way 1 transfer
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10:00 AM 1h55 Grantham 11:55 AM Birmingham €77 1 One-way 1 transfer11:00 AM 1h55 Grantham 12:55 PM Birmingham €77 1 One-way 1 transfer12:00 PM 1h55 Grantham 1:55 PM Birmingham €77 1 One-way 1 transfer
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- Around 9 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Grantham and Birmingham as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Grantham station (GRA) and arrive in Birmingham New Street (BHM).
- Buses mostly depart from Newark-on-Trent, The Wharf and arrive in Birmingham, Coach Station.
- Travel with CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway to go to Birmingham by train.
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