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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£160
Average price
£160
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
226 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea will cost around £160 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £160.
Fast trains
To travel from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea you need to make at least 4 changes.

05:304h18
Birmingham09:48Frinton-on-sea
£1601One-way
4 changes

07:173h31
Birmingham10:48Frinton-on-sea
£1601One-way
4 changes

08:173h31
Birmingham11:48Frinton-on-sea
£1601One-way
4 changes

08:474h01
Birmingham12:48Frinton-on-sea
£1601One-way
4 changes

10:173h31
Birmingham13:48Frinton-on-sea
£1601One-way
4 changes

14:173h30
Birmingham17:47Frinton-on-sea
£1601One-way
4 changes

14:473h30
Birmingham18:17Frinton-on-sea
£1601One-way
4 changes

07:173h31
Birmingham10:48Frinton-on-sea
£1601One-way
4 changes

08:173h31
Birmingham11:48Frinton-on-sea
£1601One-way
4 changes

10:173h31
Birmingham13:48Frinton-on-sea
£1601One-way
4 changes
Live departures
Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 04:30
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:30 Birmingham | 4h18 | 09:48 Frinton-on-sea | 4 changes | |
![]() | 07:17 Birmingham | 3h31 | 10:48 Frinton-on-sea | 4 changes | |
![]() | 08:17 Birmingham | 3h31 | 11:48 Frinton-on-sea | 4 changes | |
![]() | 08:47 Birmingham | 4h01 | 12:48 Frinton-on-sea | 4 changes | |
![]() | 10:17 Birmingham | 3h31 | 13:48 Frinton-on-sea | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea
Trains from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 226 km |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 05:06 |
Last train 15:47 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham and Frinton-on-Sea from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 58m
Cheapest Price
£39
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea train
FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea.

The train distance from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea is 226 km.
Booking trains from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea covers a distance of 226 km and takes approximately 3h 58m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £41, while the average price tends to be around £55.
The first train from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea leaves at 5:06.
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea is by train, costing approximately £41.
The last train from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea departs at 15:47.
The train station in Birmingham that goes to Frinton-on-Sea is Birmingham New Street (BHM), and it arrives at Frinton-on-Sea station (FRI).
Trains from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea.
There is no night train service from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea.
To travel from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Frinton-on-Sea
Birmingham
Frinton-on-Sea
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham Moor Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham Moor Street for your trip from Birmingham to Frinton-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 00:10 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Flower stall
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are located on Platform 1 and between platforms 3 & 4.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between Platforms 2 and 3 at the south end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Birmingham Moor Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: This station is not usually served by rail replacement buses, due to difficult road access. Replacement buses stop at Birmingham Snow Hill station.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 21:00 Friday 06:00 - 23:00 Saturday 07:00 - 23:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 None
Parking
- Car Park: Birmingham Snow Hill (Council Managed)
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 3 and also on Platform 2. The Gents toilets are located on Platform 2 and Platform 3. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1 and 3; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are only available from the first to last service.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Birmingham Snow Hill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Bus Stop SH4, at the front of the station on Colmore Row.
The major train station for arrivals in Frinton-on-Sea is Frinton-on-Sea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frinton-on-Sea for your journey to Frinton-on-Sea from Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 05:40 - 13:00 Sunday 08:10 - 15:50
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Hairdresser
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: In the ticket office open when the ticket hall is open
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Frinton-on-Sea
- Onward travel information: Local bus services stop near to station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop outside station entrance in car park
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