The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£543
Average price
£543
Fastest journey
21 h 49 m
Average duration
21 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1034 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Birmingham will cost around £543 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £543.
To travel from Berlin to Birmingham you need to make at least 3 changes.
16:0721h49Berlin13:56Birmingham£5431One-way3 changes
16:0721h49Berlin13:56Birmingham£5431One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, and a train costs an average of £543.
Distance: 1034 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£548 Average Price | £138 Average Price | £100 Average Price Cheapest |
14h 36m Average total duration 14h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 21m Average total duration 26h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.1 - 6.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Birmingham trains for today, Friday 22 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:16 Berlin | 11h11 | 21:27 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:16 Berlin | 12h17 | 0:33 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Birmingham
Trains from Berlin to Birmingham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £543 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 1034 km distance in 11h 11m.
Distance 1034 km |
Average train duration 14h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £543 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 11h 11m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 21:35 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Berlin to Birmingham trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Berlin and Birmingham from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Berlin to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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 Berlin and Birmingham
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
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