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station information and facilities

Aston

Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
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address
Address
Aston station, Lichfield Road, Aston, West Midlands, B6 7PR
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday 07:00 - 10:3012:00 - 18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 11:0012:00 - 18:00 Friday 07:00 - 11:0015:00 - 18:00 Saturday 11:00 - 15:00 Sunday Closed None
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Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Aston
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Lichfield Road - under railway bridge at public service bus stop near to bottom of stairs for Platform 1 Walsall bound platform
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The most popular day trips by train from Birmingham are London, Manchester, Liverpool, Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Birmingham on Omio.

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Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.

How to get from Birmingham to Manchester by train?

There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:53, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 1h 25m.

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Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.

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Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.

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There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 2m.

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Day trip from Birmingham to Stratford-upon-Avon by train

Why visit Stratford-upon-Avon for the day?

Stratford-upon-Avon is best known as Shakespeare’s birthplace, with Tudor streets and a strong theatre scene. Its riverside setting and historic centre give the town a cultured, easy-paced feel.

How to get from Birmingham to Stratford-upon-Avon by train?

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 32m.

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FAQ: Travel from Aston (AST)

Everything you need to know about Aston (AST): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.

FAQs
Yes, Aston station offers accessibility services for passengers with reduced mobility, with staff help available.
The main attractions near Aston station include Villa Park, home to Aston Villa Football Club, and Aston Hall, a grand Jacobean mansion with stunning gardens.
Car rental service is not available at Aston station.
Aston is approximately 3.157 kilometers from the city center.
To get to the city center from Aston, you can use the rail replacement bus service that collects passengers from Lichfield Road under the railway bridge at the public service bus stop near the bottom of the stairs for Platform 1 (Walsall bound platform).
You should aim to arrive at Aston station at least 15–30 minutes before your scheduled departure to ensure you have time for any potential security checks and to locate your boarding platform without rush.
Aston station is located at Lichfield Road, Aston, West Midlands, B6 7PR.
Parking is not available at the Aston station.
The train ticket price from Aston station to the nearest airport may vary based on the time of booking and travel class, typically ranging from a moderate to higher fare category.
Aston station offers rail replacement services in the event of engineering work, with buses and coaches collecting passengers from Lichfield Road under the railway bridge at the public service bus stop near the bottom of the stairs for Platform 1.
Traveling early morning or late evening at Aston station is generally considered safe, though it's always advisable to remain vigilant and aware of your surroundings.
Security and ticket checks are typically conducted at Aston station to ensure passenger safety and valid ticket usage.

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