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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Conwy
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£34
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 59 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 29 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Conwy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Conwy will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Birmingham to Conwy, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 28 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.
8:222h59Birmingham11:21Conwy£281One-way0 changes- 9:222h59Birmingham12:21Conwy£281One-way0 changes
- 15:224h28Birmingham19:50Conwy£461One-way0 changes
- 9:222h59Birmingham12:21Conwy£281One-way0 changes
- 8:222h59Birmingham11:21Conwy£281One-way0 changes
- 15:224h28Birmingham19:50Conwy£461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Birmingham to Conwy
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Conwy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £33, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 157 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.66. The journey takes 2h 34m versus 2h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Birmingham to Conwy train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Conwy trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:22 Birmingham | 2h59 | 12:21 Conwy | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 8:22 Birmingham | 2h59 | 11:21 Conwy | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Conwy
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Conwy run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 20:52 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Birmingham to Conwy trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham and Conwy from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Birmingham to Conwy train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Conwy 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 Conwy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Conwy
Most Birmingham to Conwy trains use the Birmingham New Street to Conwy station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Conwy 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 Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. 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 Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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 on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Which Conwy station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Conwy from Conwy city centre
Conwy train station facilities and services
Conwy has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Annas Tea Room, Amelies, The Press Room Cafe, 2 The Square
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Conwy: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Conwy: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Conwy: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Separate step-free access to each platform: Platform 1 (to Chester) available from Market Place car park, itself accessible via roadway ramp from Rosemary Lane. Step-free access to Platform 2 (to Holyhead) is possible via Twr Llewelyn off the Morfa Bach car park, which has a steep incline and uneven surface in places. Step-free access between platforms is only possible by taking a 400m route via Twr Llewelyn to Morfa Bach car park, a subway and partially cobbled path onto Rose Hill Street. Platform 2 is also accessible via a staircase adjacent to Rosemary Terrace on Rosemary Lane, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Castle Bank Hotel.
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