The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Chirk
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Chirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 9 trains that leave Birmingham for Chirk every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.
8:252h16Birmingham10:41ChirkFind prices1 change
11:221h23Birmingham12:45Chirk£311One-way0 changes
13:221h22Birmingham14:44Chirk£311One-way0 changes
15:221h35Birmingham16:57Chirk£311One-way0 changes
17:221h27Birmingham18:49Chirk£311One-way0 changes
13:221h22Birmingham14:44Chirk£311One-way0 changes
11:221h23Birmingham12:45Chirk£311One-way0 changes
19:241h23Birmingham20:47Chirk£311One-way0 changes
17:221h27Birmingham18:49Chirk£311One-way0 changes
14:211h32Birmingham15:53Chirk£331One-way1 change
Live departures
Birmingham to Chirk train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Chirk trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:25 Birmingham | 2h16 | 10:41 Chirk | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Chirk
Trains from Birmingham to Chirk run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 5:42 |
Last train 22:58 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Chirk trainsTransport for Wales, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham and Chirk from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Chirk train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Chirk 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 Chirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Chirk
Most Birmingham to Chirk trains use the Birmingham New Street to Chirk station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Chirk 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 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.
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Chirk station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Chirk from Chirk city centre
Chirk train station facilities and services
Chirk has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chirk.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chirk: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Chirk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chirk: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available to both platforms via a ramped footbridge from the station car park, 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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