Compare prices and tickets Birmingham to Ellesmere by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Ellesmere
Trains from Birmingham to Ellesmere run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 82 km |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 8:00 |
Last train 21:52 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Birmingham to Ellesmere trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Birmingham and Ellesmere from £27. 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 Ellesmere train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Ellesmere 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 Ellesmere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Ellesmere
Most Birmingham to Ellesmere trains use the Birmingham New Street to Wem station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Ellesmere 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.
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