4.9
4.6
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Lanark
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Lanark among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £221 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £221, while a train costs an average of £221.
Distance: 376 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£221 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Lanark take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 28m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (4h 17m by train vs 4h 33m by car). Tickets start at around £221 compared to roughly £73 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Birmingham to Lanark by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
05 Sept
06 Sept
07 Sept
08 Sept
09 Sept
10 Sept
11 Sept
Why should you book Birmingham to Lanark trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Lanark.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Birmingham to Lanark.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham to Lanark.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Lanark
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Lanark run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £193 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:21, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 376 km distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 376 km |
Average train duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £193 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 6:21 |
Last train 19:07 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Lanark trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham and Lanark from £193. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
West Midlands Trains
FAQs: Birmingham to Lanark train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Lanark 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 Lanark, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Lanark
Most Birmingham to Lanark trains use the Birmingham New Street to Lanark station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Lanark 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.
Which Lanark station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Lanark from Lanark city centre
Lanark train station facilities and services
Lanark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lanark.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lanark. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lanark: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lanark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lanark: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Most popular train connections from Birmingham
More options for your journey from Birmingham to Lanark
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Lanark and Birmingham
Most popular train connections to Lanark
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
