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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Castle Donington
- Cheapest price on 05 Nov
- £5
- Average ticket price on 05 Nov
- £5
- Fastest journey on 05 Nov
- 55 m
- Average journey duration on 05 Nov
- 55 m
- Trains on 05 Nov
- 1
- Distance
- 55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Castle Donington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Castle Donington will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Thu 05 Nov, we found 1 trains from Birmingham to Castle Donington, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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.
9:49 0h55 Birmingham 10:44 Castle Donington £5 1 One-way 0 changes
9:49 0h55 Birmingham 10:44 Castle Donington £5 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Castle Donington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Castle Donington run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 42m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 4:11 |
Last train 23:09 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Birmingham to Castle Donington trip
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Birmingham and Castle Donington
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FAQs: Birmingham to Castle Donington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Castle Donington 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 Castle Donington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Castle Donington
Most Birmingham to Castle Donington trains use the Birmingham New Street to station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Castle Donington 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 Longbridge from Birmingham city centre
Longbridge is 10 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Longbridge train station facilities and services
Longbridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longbridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Longbridge. 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 Longbridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Longbridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longbridge: 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 available in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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