How to travel from Wolverhampton to Birmingham

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Compare train and bus for Wolverhampton to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of DKK 45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of DKK 45, while a train costs an average of DKK 51.

Distance: 11 miles (19 km)

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DKK 51

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DKK 45

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DKK 111

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52m

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22m

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30m

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1h 25m

Average total duration

55m

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30m

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36m

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National Express

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Compare ways to travel from Wolverhampton to Birmingham

Compare the available ways to get from Wolverhampton to Birmingham, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Wolverhampton to Birmingham is a bus with an average price of DKK 45.

This is compared to other travel options from Wolverhampton to Birmingham:

A bus is DKK 7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wolverhampton to Birmingham costing on average DKK 51.

The fastest way to travel from Wolverhampton to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 52m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Wolverhampton and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Wolverhampton to Birmingham among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 14m faster (22m by train vs 36m by car) and roughly DKK 60 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (DKK 51 vs DKK 111). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Wolverhampton to Birmingham

How to get from Wolverhampton to Birmingham by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Wolverhampton to Birmingham is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Wolverhampton to Birmingham

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There are 2 options to travel between Wolverhampton and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Wolverhampton to Birmingham is a bus with an average price of DKK 45.

This is compared to other travel options from Wolverhampton to Birmingham:

A bus is DKK 7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wolverhampton to Birmingham costing on average DKK 51.

The fastest way to travel from Wolverhampton to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 52m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 25m.

The distance from Wolverhampton to Birmingham is approximately 11 miles (19 km).
The average frequency per day from Wolverhampton to Birmingham is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Wolverhampton and Birmingham as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Wolverhampton to Birmingham:
  • Trains mostly depart from Wolverhampton station (WVH) and arrive in Birmingham New Street (BHM).
  • Buses mostly depart from Wolverhampton, Bus Station and arrive in Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Wolverhampton to Birmingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales to go to Birmingham by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Birmingham by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Wolverhampton to Birmingham with the following travel companies:
  • 12 direct trains per day with West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.
  • 1 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Wolverhampton to Birmingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Birmingham and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Birmingham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.
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