The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Selly Oak (SLY)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Selly Oak (SLY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Selly Oak (SLY) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 trains that leave Birmingham International Airport for Selly Oak (SLY) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to Selly Oak (SLY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Selly Oak (SLY) trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:46 Birmingham International Airport | 0h39 | 07:25 Selly Oak (SLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:51 Birmingham International Airport | 0h42 | 08:33 Selly Oak (SLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:51 Birmingham International Airport | 0h42 | 18:33 Selly Oak (SLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Selly Oak (SLY)
Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Selly Oak (SLY) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 32m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 05:35 |
Last train 20:46 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Birmingham International Airport to Selly Oak (SLY) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Selly Oak (SLY) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham International Airport to Selly Oak (SLY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to Selly Oak (SLY) 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 Selly Oak (SLY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham International Airport and Selly Oak (SLY)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 07:00 - 21:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00 None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall and on Platform One.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilet is located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. All toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-21:00, Saturday 07:00-21:00 and Sunday 09:00-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: from Birmingham - under the foot bridge. Towards Birmingham - outside in the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Front of station building in turnaround area.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 07:00 - 21:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00 None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall and on Platform One.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilet is located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. All toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-21:00, Saturday 07:00-21:00 and Sunday 09:00-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: from Birmingham - under the foot bridge. Towards Birmingham - outside in the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Front of station building in turnaround area.
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