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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Atherstone
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Atherstone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Atherstone will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham for Atherstone 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 26 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.
9:521h08Birmingham11:00Atherstone£161One-way0 changes
- 9:521h08Birmingham11:00Atherstone£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Atherstone
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Atherstone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 26 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£14 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Atherstone train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Atherstone trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G66616+ C17789 | On time 5:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h50 | 6:42 Atherstone station (ATH) | 1 change | |
| G00675+C17898 | On time 6:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h35 | 6:44 Atherstone station (ATH) | 1 change | |
| G66618+C17953 | On time 6:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h08 | 8:00 Atherstone station (ATH) | 1 change | |
| G00678+C17880 | On time 7:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h55 | 8:04 Atherstone station (ATH) | 1 change | |
| G66620+C17750 | On time 7:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h08 | 9:00 Atherstone station (ATH) | 1 change | |
| G00682+C17884 | On time 8:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h55 | 9:04 Atherstone station (ATH) | 1 change | |
| G00787+C17848 | On time 8:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h08 | 10:00 Atherstone station (ATH) | 1 change | |
| G00684+C17854 | On time 9:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h55 | 10:04 Atherstone station (ATH) | 1 change | |
| G66624+C17878 | On time 9:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h08 | 11:00 Atherstone station (ATH) | 1 change | |
| G66494+C17837 | On time 10:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h55 | 11:04 Atherstone station (ATH) | 1 change | |
| G66627+C17873 | On time 10:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h08 | 12:00 Atherstone station (ATH) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Atherstone
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Trains from Birmingham to Atherstone run on average 5 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 55m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:04 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
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FAQs: Birmingham to Atherstone train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Atherstone 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 Atherstone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Atherstone
Most Birmingham to Atherstone trains use the Birmingham New Street to Atherstone station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Atherstone 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 Kings Norton from Birmingham city centre
Kings Norton is 7 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Kings Norton train station facilities and services
Kings Norton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kings Norton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kings Norton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kings Norton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kings Norton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kings Norton: 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 accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hamstead from Birmingham city centre
Hamstead is 5 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamstead train station facilities and services
Hamstead has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hamstead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamstead. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamstead: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamstead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamstead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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.
Which Atherstone station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Atherstone from Atherstone city centre
Atherstone train station facilities and services
Atherstone has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Atherstone.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Atherstone: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Atherstone: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Atherstone: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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