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The Bus Museum
Volunteer-run transport museum with vintage buses and memorabilia, offering a practical look at West Yorkshire's road transport history.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Brighouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 136 km
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£41 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Trains from Birmingham to Brighouse run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 22:01 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Volunteer-run transport museum with vintage buses and memorabilia, offering a practical look at West Yorkshire's road transport history.
Local history museum at nearby Bankfield House with costume, art and social history displays that add context to Calderdale's past.
Small regimental museum in Halifax with uniforms, medals and archives, useful for visitors interested in Yorkshire military history.
Popular canal-side walking route with locks, boats and waterside views, ideal for an easy stroll close to the town centre.
Large park and woodland area with walking paths, open green space and family-friendly scenery on the edge of Brighouse.
Main shopping street through central Brighouse, lined with independent shops and historic buildings that show the town's everyday character.
A rich West Yorkshire fruit loaf packed with currants and peel, traditionally eaten sliced with cheese or butter. It is a much-loved regional tea-time staple.
A strong crumbly blue cheese from Yorkshire with a sharp, creamy flavour. It is one of the county’s best-known traditional foods and often served with fruit cake.
Thin beef sausages seasoned with mace and pepper, traditionally made in Yorkshire and often served with mashed potato and onion gravy.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a contemporary, welcoming setting near the centre of Brighouse.
Well-known local café and restaurant popular for brunch, cakes, coffee and light lunches in a friendly casual setting.
Smart yet relaxed restaurant in Brighouse known for modern British cooking, cocktails and a lively town-centre atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and coffee are fairly typical for West Yorkshire, while accommodation is usually cheaper than in major tourist cities such as London or Edinburgh.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Brighouse 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 Brighouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Brighouse trains use the Birmingham New Street to Brighouse station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Brighouse 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 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.
Stechford is 5 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Stechford 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 Stechford.
Ticket office support is available at Stechford. 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 Stechford: Parking.
Available at Stechford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stechford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are 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.
Brighouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Brighouse.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighouse: Parking.
Available at Brighouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Ramped access to both platforms via road bridge. Step free access from the car park to the station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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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