The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM)
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) 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 Haymarket (HYM) will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Haymarket (HYM) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 395 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 25 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.
9:074h20Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:27Haymarket (HYM)£551One-way0 changes
7:074h06Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:13Haymarket (HYM)£571One-way0 changes
14:035h25Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:28Haymarket (HYM)£1051One-way0 changes
10:074h05Birmingham New Street (BHM)14:12Haymarket (HYM)£1251One-way0 changes
15:074h10Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:17Haymarket (HYM)£1261One-way0 changes
10:074h05Birmingham New Street (BHM)14:12Haymarket (HYM)£1251One-way0 changes
7:074h06Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:13Haymarket (HYM)£571One-way0 changes
15:074h10Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:17Haymarket (HYM)£1261One-way0 changes
9:074h20Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:27Haymarket (HYM)£551One-way0 changes
14:035h25Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:28Haymarket (HYM)£1051One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £27.
Distance: 395 km
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4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 19m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34287+ W85208 | On time 17:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h26 | 21:33 Haymarket (HYM) | 1 change | |
W34291 | On time 18:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h08 | 22:15 Haymarket (HYM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34288+ W85210 | On time 19:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h28 | 23:35 Haymarket (HYM) | 1 change | |
| Friday 3 July | |||||
![]() | 7:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h06 | 11:13 Haymarket (HYM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h20 | 13:27 Haymarket (HYM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h05 | 14:12 Haymarket (HYM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM)
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 395 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 395 km |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 19:07 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Haymarket (HYM) from £15. 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 Haymarket (HYM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) 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 Haymarket (HYM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Haymarket (HYM)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Haymarket (HYM) 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.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
