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Sellafield to Birmingham International by train

First train

05:39

Last train

20:40

Departure station

Sellafield

Arrival station

Birmingham International

Journey time

From 4h 35m

Distance

154 miles (248 km)

Frequency

3 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast

How to travel from Sellafield to Birmingham International by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Sellafield to Birmingham International? Look no further.

You'll usually find 3 trains per day running between Sellafield and Birmingham International, which usually take 5 hours 38 minutes to complete the 154 miles (248 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 35 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 International by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both Avanti West Coast and CrossCountry trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Sellafield to Birmingham International if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Birmingham International? 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.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Sellafield to Birmingham International? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Sellafield to Birmingham International take?

The average journey time by train between Sellafield and Birmingham International is 5 hours and 38 minutes, with around 3 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Sellafield and Birmingham International by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Sellafield to Birmingham International is 4 hours and 35 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Sellafield to Birmingham International?

No, there are no direct train services from Sellafield to Birmingham International. Travelling from Sellafield to Birmingham International by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Sellafield to Birmingham International leave?

The first train from Sellafield to Birmingham International leaves at 05:39. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Sellafield to Birmingham International leave?

The last train from Sellafield to Birmingham International leaves at 20:40. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Sellafield and Birmingham International by train?

Trains travelling from Sellafield to Birmingham International cover a distance of around 154 miles (248 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Sellafield to Birmingham International

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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