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It takes an average of 2h 52m to travel from London to University (Birmingham) by train, over a distance of around 101 miles (162 km). There are normally 97 trains per day travelling from London to University (Birmingham) and tickets for this journey start from £9 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:39 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | University (Birmingham) | |
| Journey time | From 1h 40m | |
| Distance | 101 miles (162 km) | |
| Frequency | 97 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £9 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink |
Travelling from London to University (Birmingham) by train
Looking to travel from London to University (Birmingham) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 52 minutes to travel from London to University (Birmingham) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 40 minutes though. You'll usually find 97 trains per day running along the 101 miles (162 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to University (Birmingham), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Thameslink to get to University (Birmingham). As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from London to University (Birmingham) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £9.00.
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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.