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Forest Gate to Birmingham Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Forest Gate to Birmingham, starting from PHP 2,091.49 and averaging PHP 3,788.82. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 42m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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13:18
2h 57m, Changes required
Forest Gate
16:15
Birmingham New Street
Elizabeth lineAvanti West CoastCrossCountry
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13:33
3h 2m, Changes required
Forest Gate
16:35
Birmingham Moor Street
Elizabeth lineChiltern Railways
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13:48
2h 55m, Changes required
Forest Gate
16:43
Birmingham New Street
Elizabeth lineGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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13:56
2h 42m, Changes required
Forest Gate
16:38
Birmingham New Street
Elizabeth lineWest Midlands TrainsCrossCountry
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14:03
3h 2m, Changes required
Forest Gate
17:05
Birmingham Moor Street
Elizabeth lineChiltern Railways
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14:18
2h 57m, Changes required
Forest Gate
17:15
Paris
Elizabeth lineAvanti West CoastCrossCountry
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Forest Gate to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:11
Last train
Last train
20:56
Departure station
Departure station
Forest Gate
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
2h 42m
Distance
Distance
168 km
Price
Price
PHP 2,091.49*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, Chiltern Railways

How to book cheap train tickets from Forest Gate to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Forest Gate to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Forest Gate 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%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Forest Gate to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 Forest Gate 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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Forest Gate to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Forest Gate to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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