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C020079:527h14Aberdeen station (ABD)17:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£791One-way1 change- C01989+
G0084214:528h36Aberdeen station (ABD)23:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£951One-way1 change - G011538:207h44Aberdeen station (ABD)16:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2161One-way0 changes
L87074+W0058712:077h00Aberdeen station (ABD)19:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2501One-way1 change- L87079+W3426814:037h03Aberdeen station (ABD)21:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2501One-way1 change
- G01153+W340608:206h46Aberdeen station (ABD)15:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2571One-way1 change
- L87074+W0058712:077h00Aberdeen station (ABD)19:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2501One-way1 change
- L87079+W3426814:037h03Aberdeen station (ABD)21:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2501One-way1 change
- L87081+W3386116:047h03Aberdeen station (ABD)23:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2501One-way1 change
- G01153+W34060+
Y80978 · W881448:207h11Aberdeen station (ABD)15:31Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW)£2571One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Aberdeen to Birmingham
The cheapest option from Aberdeen to Birmingham is coach, with an average price of £44. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Birmingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.
Distance: 519 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£137 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest option | £203 Average Price |
7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 10h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Aberdeen to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Birmingham trains for today, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W33933+L87062 | Delayed 7:52 5:57Aberdeen station (ABD) | 7h09 | 13:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Aberdeen to Birmingham.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Birmingham
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Typically, there are 4 trains per day from Aberdeen to Birmingham, including direct trains, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:51, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 519 km distance in 7h 3m.
Distance 519 km |
Average train duration 7h 21m |
Lowest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 3m |
First train 1:51 |
Last train 22:42 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail from Aberdeen to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Birmingham from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Birmingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Birmingham
Most Aberdeen to Birmingham trains use the Aberdeen to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Aberdeen and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Aberdeen station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Aberdeen from Aberdeen city centre
Aberdeen train station facilities and services
Aberdeen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Silver Darling, Moonfish Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aberdeen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aberdeen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aberdeen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Residence Inn Aberdeen, Hilton Aberdeen TECA, Jurys Inn Aberdeen.
Getting to Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) from Aberdeen city centre
Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) train station facilities and services
Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport).
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Fully Accessible - lifts and footbridge Blue Badge spaces: 3, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Aston from Birmingham city centre
Aston is 3 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Aston train station facilities and services
Aston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Aston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aston. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Aston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aston: 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.
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