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South Acton to Birmingham International by train

First train

11:56

Last train

14:41

Departure station

South Acton

Arrival station

Birmingham International

Journey time

From 1h 51m

Distance

90 miles (145 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Southern

Travelling from South Acton to Birmingham International by train

Looking to travel from South Acton to Birmingham International by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 2 hours 9 minutes to travel from South Acton to Birmingham International by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 51 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 90 miles (145 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Birmingham International, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, London Overground or Southern to get to Birmingham International. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from South Acton to Birmingham International in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from South Acton to Birmingham International? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between South Acton and Birmingham International by train?

The fastest journey time by train from South Acton to Birmingham International is 1 hour and 51 minutes.

Is there a direct train from South Acton to Birmingham International?

No, there are no direct train services from South Acton to Birmingham International. Travelling from South Acton to Birmingham International by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from South Acton to Birmingham International leave?

The first train from South Acton to Birmingham International leaves at 11:56. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from South Acton to Birmingham International leave?

The last train from South Acton to Birmingham International leaves at 14:41. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between South Acton and Birmingham International by train?

Trains travelling from South Acton to Birmingham International cover a distance of around 90 miles (145 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Birmingham International to South Acton.

Cheap train tickets from South Acton to Birmingham International

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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