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Chatsworth House Collections
Museum displays and period rooms inside Chatsworth House, where paintings, sculpture and decorative arts are shown.
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Take a train from Birmingham to Bakewell and enjoy the approximately 83 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:15.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Trains per day 16 |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 21:15 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Bakewell — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bakewell trip today.
Museum displays and period rooms inside Chatsworth House, where paintings, sculpture and decorative arts are shown.
Local history museum in a 16th-century yeoman’s house, covering Bakewell life, archaeology and social history.
Historic hall with collections, tapestries and furnished interiors that give an art-filled view of country-house life.
Traffic-free trail following a former railway line, popular for walking and cycling through Peak District scenery.
Riverside public park beside the Wye with paths, mature trees and open space close to central Bakewell.
Large open market square at the heart of town, busy on market days and a useful base for exploring on foot.
A shortcrust tart with raspberry jam, almond frangipane and flaked almonds. It is Bakewell’s signature sweet and the town’s best-known traditional speciality.
The older local pudding version uses puff pastry, jam and an egg-and-almond filling. It is a classic Derbyshire bakery item closely tied to Bakewell.
A hearty Derbyshire breakfast cake made with oatcake batter, often eaten hot with bacon or syrup. It reflects the county’s traditional griddle cooking.
Smart but relaxed restaurant and wine bar serving modern British cooking with seasonal ingredients in the centre of Bakewell.
Stylish local restaurant offering modern British plates and steaks in a cosy town-centre setting popular for lunch and dinner.
Historic bakery and shop best known for traditional Bakewell Pudding. Casual stop for pudding, tarts, tea and classic local sweet treats.
Moderate for the Peak District. Dining and stays cost more than many UK market towns, but cafés, pubs and local buses remain manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included only at higher-end restaurants; otherwise 10% is polite for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Bakewell 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 Bakewell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Bakewell trains use the Birmingham New Street to Grindleford station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Bakewell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
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 storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Yardley Wood is 7 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Yardley Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Yardley Wood.
Ticket office support is available at Yardley Wood. 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.
Available at Yardley Wood: Parking.
Available at Yardley Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Yardley Wood: 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 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.
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