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It takes an average of 6h 31m to travel from East Kilbride to Birmingham by train, over a distance of around 245 miles (394 km). There are normally 23 trains per day travelling from East Kilbride to Birmingham and tickets for this journey start from £42.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:57 | |
| Departure station | East Kilbride | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham | |
| Journey time | From 5h 8m | |
| Distance | 245 miles (394 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £42.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, ScotRail, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from East Kilbride to Birmingham in 5 hours 8 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from East Kilbride to Birmingham? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 31 minutes to travel the 245 miles (394 km) from East Kilbride to Birmingham by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 8 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 23 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, ScotRail or TransPennine Express to Birmingham. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from East Kilbride to Birmingham in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £42.50. 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 Birmingham by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Want to know more about your journey from East Kilbride to Birmingham? 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 East Kilbride to Birmingham?
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.