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Outbound fromRochester to Birmingham New Street by train
| First train | 06:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 17:44 | |
| Departure station | Rochester | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Journey time | From 4h 7m | |
| Distance | 127 miles (205 km) | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £34.80 | |
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How to travel from Rochester to Birmingham New Street by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Rochester to Birmingham New Street? Look no further.
You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Rochester and Birmingham New Street, which usually take 4 hours 7 minutes to complete the 127 miles (205 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Birmingham New Street by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Great Western Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Rochester to Birmingham New Street start from £34.80 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Birmingham New Street? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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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 Rochester to Birmingham New Street is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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