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Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £26.00, with average prices for this route around £26.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
22:58 11h 8m, Changes required Edinburgh Gateway	10:06 +1 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
22:58 12h 8m, Changes required Edinburgh Gateway	11:06 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

07:25

Last train

22:58

Departure station

Edinburgh Gateway

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

4h 22m

Distance

396 km

Price

£26.00*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

Trains from Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham from £26.00

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Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham Train prices and times

Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham Train Route Details