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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£79
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£104
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 14 m
Trains on 17 Sept
10
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA) 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 Stratford International (SFA) will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
To travel from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA) you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Tube from London Marylebone to London St Pancras International8:333h11Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:44Stratford International (SFA)£791One-way3 changes- G01000+L37406+P85917+Tube from London Marylebone to London St Pancras International8:033h11Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:14Stratford International (SFA)£791One-way3 changes
W34019+P85107+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International6:052h22Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:27Stratford International (SFA)£921One-way2 changes- W34115+P85121+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International8:172h10Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:27Stratford International (SFA)£1051One-way2 changes
- G00997+L37921+P85910+Tube from London Marylebone to London St Pancras International7:033h11Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:14Stratford International (SFA)£1091One-way3 changes
- W34115+P85121+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International8:172h10Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:27Stratford International (SFA)£1051One-way2 changes
- W34056+P85319+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International5:502h12Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:02Stratford International (SFA)£1151One-way2 changes
- W34257+P85322+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International6:472h15Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:02Stratford International (SFA)£1151One-way2 changes
- W33819+P85628+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International5:302h16Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:46Stratford International (SFA)£1151One-way2 changes
- W34262+P85636+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International6:282h19Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:47Stratford International (SFA)£1151One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 166 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£62 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA):
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA) costing on average £62.
Other travel options to Stratford International (SFA) take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 55m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (2h 17m by train vs 2h 43m by car). Tickets start at around £62 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W33819+P85628+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 5:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h16 | 7:46 Stratford International (SFA) | 2 changes | |
| W34056+P85319+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 5:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h12 | 8:02 Stratford International (SFA) | 2 changes | |
| W34019+P85107+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 6:05 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h22 | 8:27 Stratford International (SFA) | 2 changes | |
| W34262+P85636+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 6:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h19 | 8:47 Stratford International (SFA) | 2 changes | |
| W34257+P85322+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 6:47 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h15 | 9:02 Stratford International (SFA) | 2 changes | |
| G00997+L37921+P85910+Tube from London Marylebone to London St Pancras International | 7:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h11 | 10:14 Stratford International (SFA) | 3 changes | |
| G01000+L37406+P85917+Tube from London Marylebone to London St Pancras International | 8:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h11 | 11:14 Stratford International (SFA) | 3 changes | |
| W34115+P85121+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 8:17 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h10 | 10:27 Stratford International (SFA) | 2 changes | |
| W34284+P85653+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | 8:21 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h26 | 10:47 Stratford International (SFA) | 2 changes | |
| G01176+L37711+P85663+Tube from London Marylebone to London St Pancras International | 8:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h11 | 11:44 Stratford International (SFA) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA)
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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 05:05. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 5:05 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA) trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Stratford International (SFA) from £40. 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 Stratford International (SFA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA) 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 Stratford International (SFA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Stratford International (SFA)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stratford International (SFA) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Stratford (London) station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Stratford International (SFA) 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 Stratford International from Stratford city centre
Stratford International train station facilities and services
Stratford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stratford International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Stratford International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stratford International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Textphone 0800 783 4548, 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 Stratford International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stratford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access to all platforms via lifts.Pedestrian access to the international station from the regional station either via Westfield shopping centre or the roadway to the second entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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