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Birmingham International to Parbold by train

First train

14:04

Last train

14:04

Departure station

Birmingham International

Arrival station

Parbold

Journey time

From 3h 17m

Distance

90 miles (145 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express

Taking the train from Birmingham International to Parbold in 3 hours 17 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Birmingham International to Parbold? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 3 hours 17 minutes to travel the 90 miles (145 km) from Birmingham International to Parbold by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with TransPennine Express or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Birmingham International to Parbold in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

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 Parbold by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Birmingham International to Parbold take?

The average journey time by train between Birmingham International and Parbold is 3 hours and 17 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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

The fastest journey time by train from Birmingham International to Parbold is 3 hours and 17 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Birmingham International to Parbold?

No, there are no direct train services from Birmingham International to Parbold. Travelling from Birmingham International to Parbold by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

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

The first train from Birmingham International to Parbold leaves at 14:04. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Birmingham International to Parbold leaves at 14:04. 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 Birmingham International and Parbold by train?

Trains travelling from Birmingham International to Parbold 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 Parbold to Birmingham International.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham International to Parbold

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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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