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Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common by train

First train

04:39

Last train

23:09

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Silkstone Common

Journey time

From 1h 45m

Distance

74 miles (120 km)

Frequency

18 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway

About the train journey from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common

Want to travel from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common usually takes 3 hours 13 minutes on average to travel 74 miles (120 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 1 hour 45 minutes. You can expect to find 18 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Silkstone Common, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. Hop on a train operated by either East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry to reach your destination in no time. These train companies are the main operators of services on this route and run modern comfortable trains to make your journey as relaxing as possible.

You can save money on train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common? 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 New Street to Silkstone Common take?

The average journey time by train between Birmingham New Street and Silkstone Common is 3 hours and 13 minutes, with around 18 trains 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 New Street and Silkstone Common by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common is 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common?

No, there are no direct train services from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common. Travelling from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common leave?

The first train from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common leaves at 04:39. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common leave?

The last train from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common leaves at 23:09. 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 New Street and Silkstone Common by train?

Trains travelling from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common cover a distance of around 74 miles (120 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Silkstone Common to Birmingham New Street.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Silkstone Common

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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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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