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London Charing Cross to Birmingham Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Charing Cross to Birmingham, starting from AU$19.30 and averaging AU$25.63. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 50m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:31 London Charing Cross	08:05 Birmingham Moor Street	2h 34m, Direct		Find Tickets
05:38 London Charing Cross	07:48 Birmingham New Street	2h 10m, Direct		Find Tickets
05:43 London Charing Cross	08:44 Birmingham New Street	3h 1m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:55 London Charing Cross	08:00 Birmingham New Street	2h 5m, Direct		Find Tickets
05:58 London Charing Cross	08:35 Birmingham Moor Street	2h 37m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:05 London Charing Cross	08:44 Paris	2h 39m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Charing Cross to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

05:31

Last train

23:04

Departure station

London Charing Cross

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

1h 50m

Distance

163 km

Price

AU$19.30*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from London Charing Cross to Birmingham

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between London Charing Cross and Birmingham on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

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 London Charing Cross to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 London Charing Cross 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Charing Cross to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London Charing Cross to Birmingham train ticket types

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

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