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It takes an average of 2h 58m to travel from Luton to Birmingham New Street by train, over a distance of around 75 miles (121 km). There are normally 14 trains per day travelling from Luton to Birmingham New Street and tickets for this journey start from £23.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:34 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:10 | |
| Departure station | Luton | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Journey time | From 2h 35m | |
| Distance | 75 miles (121 km) | |
| Frequency | 14 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £23.80 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Luton to Birmingham New Street in 2 hours 35 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Luton to Birmingham New Street? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 58 minutes to travel the 75 miles (121 km) from Luton to Birmingham New Street by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 14 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or East Midlands Railway to Birmingham New Street. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Luton to Birmingham New Street in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £23.80. 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 New Street 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
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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.