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University of Nottingham Museum
University museum with natural history, archaeology and art collections, suitable for a short cultural visit near Beeston.
Cheapest price on 01 Oct
£20
Average ticket price on 01 Oct
£27
Fastest journey on 01 Oct
1 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 01 Oct
1 h 8 m
Trains on 01 Oct
6
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Beeston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Beeston will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Thu 01 Oct, we found 6 trains from Birmingham to Beeston, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 68 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 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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.
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G66797
G66510
G00833+
C21665
G00718+
C21243
G01082+
C21295
G66797
G00689
G00718+
C21243
G66510The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Beeston trains for today, Wednesday 30 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01082+ C21295 | On time 17:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 18:06 Beeston station (BEE) | 1 change | |
G66510 | On time 17:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h14 | 18:23 Beeston station (BEE) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00718+ C21243 | On time 17:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h12 | 18:40 Beeston station (BEE) | 1 change | |
G66797 | On time 17:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h04 | 18:53 Beeston station (BEE) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00689 | On time 18:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h09 | 19:18 Beeston station (BEE) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00833+ C21665 | On time 18:22 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h27 | 19:49 Beeston station (BEE) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Birmingham to Beeston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 52m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 4:32 |
Last train 23:09 |
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Discover the best of Beeston — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Beeston trip today.
University museum with natural history, archaeology and art collections, suitable for a short cultural visit near Beeston.
Local industrial museum telling the story of bicycles, transport and manufacturing linked to the wider Nottingham area.
Contemporary art venue and museum spaces at Lakeside Arts, hosting changing exhibitions, crafts and family-friendly displays.
Large parkland with lakes, paths, boating and formal landscaping beside the university, popular for walks and relaxed afternoons.
Riverside nature area with wetlands, birdlife and level paths, offering a quieter outdoor escape close to the town.
Beeston's central public space with shops, seating and events, useful as a starting point for exploring the town centre.
Stilton is a rich blue cheese made in the East Midlands. It is a classic regional product often served with crackers, bread or in sauces.
Red Leicester is a nutty, firm orange cheese long associated with the wider Midlands. It is a traditional table cheese and common in local lunches.
Pork pie is a cold raised pastry pie filled with seasoned pork and jelly. It is a famous Midlands snack linked strongly with nearby Melton Mowbray.
Well-liked neighbourhood café and deli for brunch, sandwiches, coffee and homemade cakes in a friendly daytime atmosphere.
Established Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and seafood in a lively, polished dining room.
Smart local restaurant focused on Indian and Bangladeshi dishes, with curries, tandoori plates and attentive service.
Beeston is moderate for the UK: dining and coffee are fairly priced, local buses and trams are reasonable, and accommodation is usually cheaper than central London.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Beeston Station -> Nottingham Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Beeston 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 Beeston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Beeston trains use the Birmingham New Street to Beeston station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Beeston 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.
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at University.
Ticket office support is available at University. 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 University: Parking.
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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 ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Beeston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Beeston.
Ticket office support is available at Beeston.
Available at Beeston: Parking, WC.
Available at Beeston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Beeston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category - B Ramp provided by on-train staff. There is step-free access to the station, ticket office and platform 1 (northbound platform towards Nottingham). There is no step-free access to platform 2 (southbound platform towards London). This platform is accessed via a footbridge. For customers who are unable to use the footbridge, ie wheelchair customers, please contact EMR on 08457 125 678 and select option 3 - Assisted Travel - so that taxi arrangements can be made. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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