The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
55 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
55 m
Trains on 23 Sept
1
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 1 trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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.
9:490h55Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:44East Midlands Airport£111One-way0 changes
9:490h55Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:44East Midlands Airport£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 54 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport costing on average £23.
Other travel options to East Midlands Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 2m.
Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-11.81. The journey takes 56m versus 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h55 | 10:44 East Midlands Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 08:49. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 41m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 5:09 |
Last train 8:49 |
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Train companies: CrossCountry from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and East Midlands Airport from £5. 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 New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport 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 East Midlands Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and East Midlands Airport
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to East Midlands Airport trains use the Birmingham New Street to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and East Midlands Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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