Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£44

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£44

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

2 h 12 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

2 h 17 m

Trains on 18 Sept

2

Distance

112 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington Central (WAC) will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.

Fast trains

To travel from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) you need to make at least one change.

  • West Midlands TrainsC17856+East Midlands RailwayC04354
    7:572h22
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    10:19Warrington Central (WAC)
    £441One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW34144 · W34073+East Midlands RailwayC04354
    8:072h12
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    10:19Warrington Central (WAC)
    £441One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £43.

Distance: 112 km

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Coach
Driving

£43

Average Price

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£31

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 15m

Average total duration

1h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 47m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC):

A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) costing on average £43.

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 40m.

Other travel options to Warrington Central (WAC) take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Warrington Central (WAC) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 45m by train vs 1h 47m by car). Tickets start at around £43 compared to roughly £31 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.

Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.

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 Warrington Central (WAC) train times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
West Midlands TrainsC17772+Transpennine ExpressW84730
Delayed
16:40 17:34Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2h09
19:43 Warrington Central (WAC)
1 change
West Midlands TrainsC18002+Transpennine ExpressW84737
On time
18:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2h09
20:43 Warrington Central (WAC)
1 change
Friday 18 September
West Midlands TrainsC17856+East Midlands RailwayC043547:57 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2h22
10:19 Warrington Central (WAC)1 change
Avanti West CoastW34144 · W34073+East Midlands RailwayC043548:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2h12
10:19 Warrington Central (WAC)2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) trains with Omio?

CrossCountry as well as West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC).

Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC)

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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:35, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 1h 19m.

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 £8
Distance
112 km
Average train duration
1h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£42
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
1h 19m
First train
1:35
Last train
22:01
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
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 £8

Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Warrington Central (WAC) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£42
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£42
West Midlands Trains frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

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 Avanti West Coast Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£42
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 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

FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington Central (WAC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £43.
The train journey from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) covers a distance of 112 km and takes approximately 1h 19m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) is 112 km.
The first train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) leaves at 1:35.
The last train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) departs at 22:01.
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC).
Yes, there is a direct train between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Warrington Central (WAC). The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.
To get from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC).
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Birmingham New Street to Warrington Central is primarily urban and industrial, with views of the English countryside appearing occasionally. While some stretches offer a pleasant glimpse of rural landscapes, it is not widely considered a notably scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Birmingham New Street to Warrington Central is feasible. The journey takes 1h 19m and covers 112 km. There are 4 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Warrington Central (WAC)

Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Warrington Central (WAC) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Warrington Bank Quay station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Warrington Central (WAC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Birmingham
Arrival train stations in Warrington
Birmingham New StreetStation Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre

Bus16 · 7m · £2 · every ~27 min

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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