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Heathrow Airport to Birmingham by train
| Departure station | Heathrow Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrival station | Birmingham | |
| Distance | 93 miles (150 km) | |
| Price | From $48.14 |
Heathrow Airport to Birmingham
Looking to travel from Heathrow Airport to Birmingham by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 29 minutes to travel from Heathrow Airport to Birmingham by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 36 minutes though. You'll usually find 85 trains per day running along the 150 km route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Birmingham, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Once you’ve left the station, you can start to explore everything the birthplace of heavy metal has to offer. Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the best things to do in Birmingham, including essential trips to Cadbury World, the Bullring Shopping Centre and the Thinktank – a science museum offering you the chance to try out new technology. Or if cricket's more your thing, find out everything you need to know about watching cricket in England, including in Birmingham. If you're looking for a hotel in Birmingham but are not sure which one to pick, check out our guide to the best hotels in Birmingham.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Heathrow Airport to Birmingham start from £21.30 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Birmingham by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Heathrow Airport to Birmingham?
Want to know more about your journey from Heathrow Airport to Birmingham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How do I find cheap train tickets from Heathrow Airport to Birmingham?
Planning a trip to the UK soon? As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Book split tickets
4. Travel Off-Peak
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
Take the train from Heathrow Airport to Birmingham
If you're flying into Europe, why not take the train from Heathrow Airport to Birmingham? Unlike a taxi transfer, there’s no traffic to worry about. And you’ll know the price in advance too. With Trainline, you can book your train tickets ahead of time, so you’re ready to go as soon as you touch down.
Plus, taking the train means no more waiting around at the airport trying to sort out your transfer. It’s super convenient – there's a train station at Heathrow Airport so traveling direct to Birmingham is simple! There are around 66 trains per day, so it's quick and easy to take the train.
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