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It takes an average of 3h 3m to travel from Birmingham to Stratford (London) by train, over a distance of around 103 miles (166 km). There are normally 72 trains per day travelling from Birmingham to Stratford (London) and tickets for this journey start from £27.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:41 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham | |
| Arrival station | Stratford (London) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 5m | |
| Distance | 103 miles (166 km) | |
| Frequency | 72 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £27.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales, c2c |
Taking the train from Birmingham to Stratford (London) in 2 hours 5 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Birmingham to Stratford (London)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 3 minutes to travel the 103 miles (166 km) from Birmingham to Stratford (London) by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 5 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 72 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Greater Anglia to Stratford (London). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Birmingham to Stratford (London) in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £27.50. 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 Stratford (London) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Want to know more about your journey from Birmingham to Stratford (London)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Stratford (London)?
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. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.