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Outbound fromBirmingham New Street to Wolverhampton by train
It takes an average of 24m to travel from Birmingham New Street to Wolverhampton by train, over a distance of around 12 miles (19 km). There are normally 213 trains per day travelling from Birmingham New Street to Wolverhampton and tickets for this journey start from £2.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:51 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Arrival station | Wolverhampton | |
| Journey time | From 16m | |
| Distance | 12 miles (19 km) | |
| Frequency | 213 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £2.80 | |
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Travelling from Birmingham to Wolverhampton by train
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Usually, the train from Birmingham New Street to Wolverhampton takes around 25 minutes, however the fastest services can take as little as 15 minutes. On this route, there are around 185 trains running each day, so you don’t need to worry about making any changes along the way.
If you’re travelling on this route, you’ll board a train at Birmingham New Street operated by either West Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales. No matter who you travel with, you’ll enjoy onboard amenities such as comfortable seating, luggage storage and free WiFi on most services. No matter who you decide to travel with, you’ll arrive at Wolverhampton station.
Once you’ve exited the station, you’re a short walk from everything Wolverhampton has to offer. In the town centre, you’ll find some of the city’s most famous sights, including Wolverhampton Art Gallery and West Park.
Hoping to save money on your tickets? Travel at Off-Peak times, as tickets are usually cheaper during quieter travel times on weekdays and weekends. To save even more, why not get yourself a Railcard? You’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Want to book? Start a search for cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Wolverhampton in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets, FAQs and our train timetables.
FAQs about the train journey from Birmingham New Street to Wolverhampton
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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Wolverhampton
Book in advance
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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 Wolverhampton 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.
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