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Trains to Birmingham New Street from Dover Priory
It takes an average of 5h 21m to travel from Dover Priory to Birmingham New Street by train, over a distance of around 166 miles (267 km). There are normally 53 trains per day travelling from Dover Priory to Birmingham New Street and tickets for this journey start from £34.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:04 | |
| Departure station | Dover Priory | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Journey time | From 3h 7m | |
| Distance | 166 miles (267 km) | |
| Frequency | 53 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £34.10 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Southeastern, Thameslink |
Travel by train from Dover Priory to Birmingham New Street
Looking to travel from Dover Priory to Birmingham New Street by train? You've come to the right place!
Generally, the train from Dover Priory to Birmingham New Street takes around 5 hours 21 minutes, but can take just 3 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services. There are up to 53 trains per day from Dover Priory to Birmingham New Street.
You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Trains on this route are operated by Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, Thameslink and Chiltern Railways.
Book your ticket from £34.10 for this journey. Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Dover Priory to Birmingham New Street?
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
Train tickets from Dover Priory to Birmingham New Street start at £34.10§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Use a Railcard
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4. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
5. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
6. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Dover Priory to Birmingham New Street is right for you.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.