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Birmingham New Street to Chalkwell by train

First train

09:03

Last train

09:03

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Chalkwell

Journey time

From 4h 7m

Distance

127 miles (205 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, c2c

How to travel from Birmingham New Street to Chalkwell by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Birmingham New Street to Chalkwell? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Birmingham New Street and Chalkwell, which usually take 4 hours 7 minutes to complete the 127 miles (205 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Chalkwell by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. Great Western Railway, c2c or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Chalkwell if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Chalkwell? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Birmingham New Street to Chalkwell

Want to know more about your journey from Birmingham New Street to Chalkwell? 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 Birmingham New Street and Chalkwell by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Birmingham New Street to Chalkwell is 4 hours and 7 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Birmingham New Street to Chalkwell?

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

How close is Birmingham New Street to Chalkwell by train?

Birmingham New Street and Chalkwell are around 127 miles (205 km) apart. The fastest trains can cover this distance in approximately 4 hours and 7 minutes.

What is the best way to travel from Birmingham New Street to Chalkwell?

To travel from Birmingham New Street to Chalkwell, we think the best way is to take the train! Trains are comfortable and train journeys on this route take around 4 hours and 7 minutes, with the fastest trains taking 4 hours and 7 minutes - take a look at our Journey Planner for more information.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Chalkwell

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Birmingham New Street to Chalkwell is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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