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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Cosford
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£0.00
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£0.56
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
35 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
35 m
Trains on 13 Sept
21
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Cosford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
On Sun 13 Sept, we found 21 trains from Birmingham to Cosford, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 35 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.
8:250h36Birmingham9:01CosfordFind prices0 changes- 9:560h35Birmingham10:31CosfordFind prices0 changes
10:220h49Birmingham11:11CosfordFind prices1 change- 10:560h35Birmingham11:31CosfordFind prices0 changes
- 11:220h49Birmingham12:11CosfordFind prices1 change
- 9:560h35Birmingham10:31CosfordFind prices0 changes
- 10:560h35Birmingham11:31CosfordFind prices0 changes
- 11:560h35Birmingham12:31CosfordFind prices0 changes
- 12:560h35Birmingham13:31CosfordFind prices0 changes
- 13:560h35Birmingham14:31CosfordFind prices0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Birmingham to Cosford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Cosford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 33 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-5.12. The journey takes 40m versus 36m 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 Cosford train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Cosford trains for tomorrow, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:25 Birmingham | 0h36 | 9:01 Cosford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:56 Birmingham | 0h35 | 10:31 Cosford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:22 Birmingham | 0h49 | 11:11 Cosford | 1 change | |
| 10:56 Birmingham | 0h35 | 11:31 Cosford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:22 Birmingham | 0h49 | 12:11 Cosford | 1 change | |
| 11:56 Birmingham | 0h35 | 12:31 Cosford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:22 Birmingham | 0h49 | 13:11 Cosford | 1 change | |
| 12:56 Birmingham | 0h35 | 13:31 Cosford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:22 Birmingham | 0h49 | 14:11 Cosford | 1 change | |
| 13:56 Birmingham | 0h35 | 14:31 Cosford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:21 Birmingham | 0h50 | 15:11 Cosford | 1 change | |
| 14:56 Birmingham | 0h35 | 15:31 Cosford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Cosford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Cosford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 35m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 5:44 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Birmingham to Cosford trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Birmingham and Cosford from £12. 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 Cosford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Cosford 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 Cosford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Cosford
Most Birmingham to Cosford trains use the Birmingham New Street to Cosford station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Cosford 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 Selly Oak from Birmingham city centre
Selly Oak is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Selly Oak train station facilities and services
Selly Oak has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Selly Oak.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Selly Oak. 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 Selly Oak: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Selly Oak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Selly Oak: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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 and on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Cosford station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Cosford from Cosford city centre
Cosford train station facilities and services
Cosford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cosford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cosford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cosford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cosford: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not 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.
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