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Black Country Living Museum
An open-air museum with historic buildings, transport and costumed interpretation, offering a strong introduction to Black Country life and industry.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Cradley Heath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Cradley Heath will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 1 trains from Birmingham to Cradley Heath, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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.

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Trains from Birmingham to Cradley Heath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 20m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 5:42 |
Last train 23:27 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Cradley Heath trains for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:31 Birmingham | 0h20 | 18:51 Cradley Heath | 0 changesdirect | |
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An open-air museum with historic buildings, transport and costumed interpretation, offering a strong introduction to Black Country life and industry.
A local history museum in a Victorian house with displays on the Black Country, period rooms and changing exhibitions in attractive parkland.
This museum and gallery explores the region's glassmaking story with contemporary displays, demonstrations and changing exhibitions.
A well-kept park with lawns, woodland, play areas and heritage features. It is ideal for a gentle walk close to the museum and historic house.
A local nature reserve with pools, woodland and footpaths. It is popular for birdwatching, easy walks and a quieter side of the Black Country.
A dramatic ridge with walking routes and broad views across the West Midlands. It is a favourite local spot for sunset and short outdoor breaks.
A Black Country staple of thick-cut chips with orange battered fish, loved in local chip shops and tied to the area’s working-class food culture.
A crusty bread roll filled with thick slices of ham or bacon. A classic Midlands lunch, especially popular at markets, cafes and football grounds.
Braised beef in rich gravy, often served with vegetables or suet pastry. A long-standing pub favourite across the Black Country and wider Midlands.
Popular local Indian restaurant known for curries, grilled dishes and a lively yet relaxed atmosphere for groups and families.
Well-known canal-side pub serving classic British meals and drinks in a traditional setting with waterside views.
Established pub restaurant offering grills, burgers and hearty British mains in a casual modern chain setting.
Cradley Heath is moderate for the UK. Everyday dining and coffee are reasonable, but hotels and transport can cost more than in cheaper British towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Cradley Heath 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 Cradley Heath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Cradley Heath trains use the Birmingham Snow Hill to Cradley Heath station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Cradley Heath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
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.
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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 options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
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 storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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 options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Cradley Heath has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cradley Heath.
Ticket office support is available at Cradley Heath. 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.
Available at Cradley Heath: Parking.
Available at Cradley Heath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cradley Heath: 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 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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