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London Museum of Water & Steam
A riverside museum on London’s waterways with historic boats, canal history displays and family-friendly exhibits.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Brentford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 155 km
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£66 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Trains from Birmingham to Brentford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 155 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 21:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
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A riverside museum on London’s waterways with historic boats, canal history displays and family-friendly exhibits.
A working museum celebrating self-playing instruments, theatre organs and musical machines with live demonstrations.
A local museum and archive in Gunnersbury Park covering Brentford, Ealing and Hounslow through changing exhibitions.
A large riverside park with sports pitches, wetlands, woodland walks and open views over the Thames.
A regenerated canal-side quarter with waterside paths, homes, cafés nearby and easy walking access to the locks.
A broad green space beside Syon House with meadow walks, riverside views and a peaceful setting near the Thames.
Classic west London pie filled with beef steak and kidney in rich gravy, baked in pastry. A longstanding pub favourite across Middlesex and nearby Brentford.
Sausages with mashed potatoes and onion gravy, a comforting British staple widely eaten in local pubs and homes around Brentford.
Battered cod or haddock with chips, usually served with mushy peas. A defining London takeaway and pub dish popular across west London.
Established independent pub and kitchen near Brentford Lock, popular for well-kept beer, seasonal British food and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Reliable neighbourhood Italian restaurant on Brentford High Street, valued for pizzas, pasta and friendly service in a casual setting.
Lively waterside pub by Kew Bridge serving British classics, pints and Sunday roasts in a historic setting on the Thames.
Moderate for Greater London. Dining and hotels cost more than many UK towns, but Brentford is often cheaper than central London, with good public transport access.
Restaurants may add 12.5% service; if not, 10-12.5% is usual. Taxis often get fares rounded up. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Brentford 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 Brentford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Brentford trains use the Birmingham New Street to Brentford station pair, with some services arriving at Kew Bridge. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Brentford 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.
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Brentford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Brentford.
Wi-Fi is available at Brentford.
Ticket office support is available at Brentford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brentford: Parking, WC.
Available at Brentford: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brentford: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access from either side of station. Lifts between platforms or alternative step-free route via street (under 400m), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Kew Bridge is 1 km from Brentford city centre. Public transport options include:
Kew Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Kew Bridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Kew Bridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kew Bridge: Parking.
Available at Kew Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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