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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM)
Showing times and prices for 22 Dec
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
395 km
Cheap tickets
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 £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Haymarket (HYM) every day 3 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 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 20 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.
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Birmingham New Street (BHM)20:23Haymarket (HYM)
£541One-way
0 changes
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Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:28Haymarket (HYM)
£661One-way
1 change
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Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:14Haymarket (HYM)
£841One-way
0 changes
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C7410915:074h27
Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:34Haymarket (HYM)
£1121One-way
1 change
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Birmingham New Street (BHM)17:34Haymarket (HYM)
£1341One-way
1 change
L0237614:074h07
Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:14Haymarket (HYM)
£841One-way
0 changes
W01944+C7410915:074h27
Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:34Haymarket (HYM)
£1121One-way
1 change
C01379+C7409913:074h27
Birmingham New Street (BHM)17:34Haymarket (HYM)
£1341One-way
1 change
C7533413:035h15
Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:18Haymarket (HYM)
£1801One-way
0 changes
C7533915:035h20
Birmingham New Street (BHM)20:23Haymarket (HYM)
£541One-way
0 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 £24. 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 £24, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 395 km
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£83 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £94 Average Price |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration 8h 46m 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, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 04:30
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4h37 | 22:44 Haymarket (HYM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM)
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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 13:07. The fastest train covers the 395 km distance in 4h 5m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24
Distance 395 km |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 13:07 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24
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 £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 5m
Cheapest Price
£41
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 37m
Cheapest Price
£25
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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.
The train distance from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) is 395 km.
The train journey from Birmingham New Street to Haymarket offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, rolling hills, and glimpses of the scenic Scottish landscapes as you approach Edinburgh.
The train journey from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) covers a distance of 395 km and takes approximately 4h 5m. Trains run 7 per day.
Booking trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) leaves at 5:03.
The last train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) departs at 13:07.
The cost of a train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £41, while the average price tends to be around £83.
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) is by coach, costing approximately £24.
Yes, there is a direct train between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Haymarket (HYM). The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM).
There is no night train service from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM).
To get from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM), you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Haymarket (HYM).
A day trip from Birmingham New Street to Haymarket is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 5m. However, there are 7 trains per day. The distance between the two locations is 395 km.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Haymarket (HYM)
Birmingham
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your trip from Birmingham to Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
The major train station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Haymarket. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Haymarket for your journey to Edinburgh from Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Haymarket
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
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