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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Chippenham
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Sept
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£90
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£129
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
1 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
2 h 1 m
Trains on 13 Sept
17
Distance
115 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Chippenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Chippenham will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Fast trains
To travel from Birmingham to Chippenham you need to make at least one change.
21:129h05Birmingham6:17Chippenham£901One-way1 change- 9:301h54Birmingham11:24Chippenham£1251One-way1 change
- 10:301h54Birmingham12:24Chippenham£1251One-way1 change
- 11:301h54Birmingham13:24Chippenham£1251One-way1 change
- 12:122h12Birmingham14:24Chippenham£1251One-way1 change
- 9:301h54Birmingham11:24Chippenham£1251One-way1 change
- 10:301h54Birmingham12:24Chippenham£1251One-way1 change
- 11:301h54Birmingham13:24Chippenham£1251One-way1 change
- 12:122h12Birmingham14:24Chippenham£1251One-way1 change
- 13:122h12Birmingham15:24Chippenham£1251One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Chippenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Chippenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 115 km
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£27 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Chippenham is a coach with an average price of £13.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Chippenham:
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Chippenham costing on average £27.
The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Chippenham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 51m.
Other travel options to Chippenham take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 42m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Chippenham including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 51m by train vs 1h 59m by car). Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham to Chippenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Chippenham trains for tomorrow, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 Birmingham | 1h54 | 11:24 Chippenham | 1 change | |
| 10:30 Birmingham | 1h54 | 12:24 Chippenham | 1 change | |
| 11:30 Birmingham | 1h54 | 13:24 Chippenham | 1 change | |
| 12:12 Birmingham | 2h12 | 14:24 Chippenham | 1 change | |
| 13:12 Birmingham | 2h12 | 15:24 Chippenham | 1 change | |
| 13:42 Birmingham | 2h16 | 15:58 Chippenham | 2 changes | |
| 14:12 Birmingham | 2h12 | 16:24 Chippenham | 1 change | |
| 15:12 Birmingham | 2h12 | 17:24 Chippenham | 1 change | |
| 16:12 Birmingham | 2h12 | 18:24 Chippenham | 1 change | |
| 17:12 Birmingham | 2h20 | 19:32 Chippenham | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Chippenham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Chippenham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 2h 12m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance 115 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 22:03 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country from Birmingham to Chippenham trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Chippenham from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£22
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£29
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
£90
Cross Country frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Chippenham
Things to do in Chippenham
Discover the best of Chippenham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chippenham trip today.
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STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway
A working heritage railway museum and station with restored trains, exhibits and steam-era atmosphere near Chippenham.
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The Holburne Museum
A major art museum in Bath with paintings, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in elegant historic rooms.
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Monkton Park
A central green space by the River Avon with paths, events and broad lawns ideal for a relaxed town-centre walk.
- Recommended
John Coles Park
A peaceful riverside green and play area, popular with locals for walking, picnics and views across the Avon.
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Bowood Lake
A landscaped country park on Chippenham's edge with lakes, woodland, sculpture trails and wide walking routes.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Brie-style Wiltshire Cheese
A soft cows’ milk cheese made in north Wiltshire. It has a bloomy rind and rich creamy centre, reflecting the area’s strong dairy tradition.
- Vegetarian
Wiltshire Bread Pudding
A regional variation of the classic baked dessert, often linked with Wiltshire homes and farm kitchens. It is prized for its simple, comforting flavour.
- Gluten-free
Wiltshire Ham
Dry-cured ham from nearby Wiltshire, traditionally salted and matured for a full savoury flavour. It is one of the county’s best-known foods.
La Flambe
Lively Italian restaurant and deli known for pizza, pasta and warm service, with a casual atmosphere suited to families and groups.
Mirchi
Popular contemporary Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and grills in a stylish town-centre setting.
The George Inn
Smart modern British dining in a relaxed coaching inn setting, known for seasonal plates, Sunday roasts and a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller UK towns, but rail links and chain eateries help keep visitor costs manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included. If not, tip 10-12.5% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafés usually do not expect tips.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- >= £3.00
To the city centre
Chippenham Railway Station -> Chippenham Town Centre Bus Station
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Single bus fares in Wiltshire are capped at £3.00 on participating services. Check the operator before boarding if you need a through ticket.
- Contactless payment is accepted by some local operators, but not all. Keep a payment card or cash available for buses in Chippenham.
FAQs: Birmingham to Chippenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Chippenham 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 Chippenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Birmingham to Chippenham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £27.
The train journey from Birmingham to Chippenham covers a distance of 115 km and takes approximately 2h 12m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Birmingham to Chippenham is 115 km.
The first train from Birmingham to Chippenham leaves at 5:45.
The last train from Birmingham to Chippenham departs at 22:03.
Trains from Birmingham to Chippenham run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Birmingham to Chippenham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Birmingham to Chippenham.
To get from Birmingham to Chippenham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Birmingham to Chippenham.
The train station in Birmingham that goes to Chippenham is Birmingham New Street (BHM), and it arrives at Chippenham station (CPM).
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Chippenham is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Birmingham to Chippenham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Birmingham to Chippenham offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including picturesque views of the English countryside and charming villages, making it a pleasant experience for travellers.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Birmingham to Chippenham. The journey takes 2h 12m and covers 115 km. Trains operate 5 times per day.
A visit to Chippenham can be comfortably enjoyed over two to three days, allowing time to explore its historic sites, local markets, and nearby countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham to Chippenham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Chippenham
Most Birmingham to Chippenham trains use the Birmingham New Street to Chippenham station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Chippenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Birmingham
Arrival train stations in Chippenham
Birmingham New StreetStation Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Bus16 · 7m · £2 · every ~27 min
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.
UniversityUniversity station, University Road West, Edgbaston, West Midlands, B15 2FB+44 333 311 0039
City-centre transport
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainFour Oaks - Redditch, Lichfield Trent Valley High Level - Bromsgrove, Birmingham New Street - Hereford, Lichfield Trent Valley High Level - Redditch, Birmingham New Street - Worcester Shrub Hill, Birmingham New Street - Bromsgrove, Birmingham New Street - Worcester Foregate Street, Lichfield Trent Valley High Level - Longbridge, Birmingham New Street - Redditch, Birmingham New Street - Great Malvern · 7m · £2 · every ~10 min
BusX21, X22, X20 · 18m · £2 · every ~51 min
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Birmingham InternationalBirmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRugeley Trent Valley - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - Coventry, Birmingham New Street - Northampton, Walsall - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Milton Keynes Central, Birmingham New Street - Rugby, Liverpool Lime Street - Coventry, Wolverhampton - Birmingham International, Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham International · 9m · £5 · every ~8 min
BusX1 · 39m · £4 · every ~23 min
X1 · 40m · £4 · every ~23 min
17A · 53m · £4 · every ~19 min
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.
Which Chippenham station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Trains from Birmingham to Chippenham arrive at Chippenham. Chippenham is 1 km from Chippenham city centre.
ChippenhamChippenham station, Cocklebury Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3QE+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Chippenham from Chippenham city centre
Bus231 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Chippenham train station facilities and services
Chippenham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chippenham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chippenham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chippenham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chippenham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chippenham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A station – This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform. Step free access available to both platforms via lifts from the main station entrance and disused platform. Station is accessible if arriving at the station main entrance and not from the north, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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