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Outbound fromLondon Euston to Birmingham New Street by train
It takes an average of 2h 0m to travel from London Euston to Birmingham New Street by train, over a distance of around 100 miles (161 km). There are normally 98 trains per day travelling from London Euston to Birmingham New Street and tickets for this journey start from £9 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:30 | |
| Departure station | London Euston | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Journey time | From 1h 16m | |
| Distance | 100 miles (161 km) | |
| Frequency | 98 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £9 | |
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Travelling by train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
Considering a trip to the UK’s “Second City” and looking for more information on how to travel from London Euston to Birmingham New Street by train? You’ve come to the right place!
Usually, the train journey from London Euston to Birmingham New Street takes around 2 hours and 1 minute, but can take just 1 hour and 22 minutes on the fastest services. With around 82 direct trains travelling the 100 miles between these two cities, you don’t need to worry about changing along the journey.
On this route, you’ll hop on a train at London Euston station operated by Avanti West Coast. On board, you will enjoy a wide array of available amenities, such as free WiFi, power sockets and access to onboard entertainment. If you feel like treating yourself, why not upgrade to Avanti West Coast’s Standard Premium or First Class? With the latter, you’ll receive complimentary food and drink, more legroom and bigger seats. In less than an hour and a half, you’ll arrive at Birmingham New Street station, in the hub of the city.
Once you’ve exited the station, you can head for the city’s main landmarks. For inspiration, check out our guide to the best things to do in Birmingham, including a trip to the Bullring Shopping Centre, Cadbury’s World and further afield, Warwick Castle – a medieval fortress that will captivate the entire family.
If you’d like to save money on your train fare, Off-Peak trains run during quieter times on weekdays and weekends and tend to be cheaper. Also, if you travel by train more than a few times a year, get yourself a Railcard and you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a year.
Eager to book? Start a search for cheap train tickets from London Euston to Birmingham New Street in our Journey Planner today! If you’d like to read more information about the journey first, scroll down for our timetable showing first and last train times, FAQs and tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
FAQs about the train journey from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
Want to know more about your journey from London Euston to Birmingham New Street? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
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 London Euston to Birmingham New Street 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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