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It takes an average of 3h 49m to travel from Howden to Birmingham by train, over a distance of around 98 miles (158 km). There are normally 39 trains per day travelling from Howden to Birmingham and tickets for this journey start from £42.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:24 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:55 | |
| Departure station | Howden | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham | |
| Journey time | From 2h 24m | |
| Distance | 98 miles (158 km) | |
| Frequency | 39 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £42.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Howden to Birmingham in 2 hours 24 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Howden to Birmingham? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 49 minutes to travel the 98 miles (158 km) from Howden to Birmingham by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 39 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 East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry 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 Howden to Birmingham in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £42.80. 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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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.