The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) to Cradley Heath station (CRA)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) to Cradley Heath station (CRA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) to Cradley Heath station (CRA) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) for Cradley Heath station (CRA) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 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.


Live departures
Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) to Cradley Heath station (CRA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) to Cradley Heath station (CRA) trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:16 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0h23 | 09:39 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:16 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0h23 | 15:39 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) to Cradley Heath station (CRA)
Trains from Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) to Cradley Heath station (CRA) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 15:16. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 20m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 06:01 |
Last train 15:16 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways from Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) to Cradley Heath station (CRA) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) and Cradley Heath station (CRA) from £6. 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 Snow Hill (BSW) to Cradley Heath station (CRA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) to Cradley Heath station (CRA) 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 Cradley Heath station (CRA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) and Cradley Heath station (CRA)
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 21:00 Friday 06:00 - 23:00 Saturday 07:00 - 23:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 None
- Car Park: Birmingham Snow Hill (Council Managed)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 3 and also on Platform 2. The Gents toilets are located on Platform 2 and Platform 3. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1 and 3; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are only available from the first to last service.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Bus Stop SH4, at the front of the station on Colmore Row.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:15 - 18:00 None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Picks up/sets down on Forge Lane, immediately in front of the station entrance.
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