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Mansfield Museum
Town museum covering Mansfield's social and industrial history, with local stories, temporary exhibitions and family displays.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£40
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£42
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 58 m
Trains on 18 Sept
18
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Mansfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Mansfield will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Birmingham to Mansfield you need to make at least 2 changes.
G00938+
C21447
G00688+
C21442
G01064+
C21301 · C21445
G66712+
C21445
G00947+
C21437
G01060+
C21303 · C21449
G01064+
C21301 · C21445
G01055+
C21305 · C21452
G01067+
C21300 · C21442
G01062+
C21302 · C21447Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Mansfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 86 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Mansfield:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Mansfield costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Mansfield take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 27m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.41. The journey takes 1h 43m versus 1h 18m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Mansfield trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00844+ C21449 | On time 8:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h12 | 11:01 Mansfield station (MFT) | 1 change | |
G01060+ C21303 · C21449 | On time 9:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 11:01 Mansfield station (MFT) | 2 changes | |
G00938+ C21447 | On time 9:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h12 | 12:01 Mansfield station (MFT) | 1 change | |
G01062+ C21302 · C21447 | On time 10:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 12:01 Mansfield station (MFT) | 2 changes | |
G66712+ C21445 | On time 10:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h12 | 13:01 Mansfield station (MFT) | 1 change | |
G01064+ C21301 · C21445 | On time 11:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 13:01 Mansfield station (MFT) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Birmingham to Mansfield run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 21:12 |
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Discover the best of Mansfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mansfield trip today.
Town museum covering Mansfield's social and industrial history, with local stories, temporary exhibitions and family displays.
Visitor centre and exhibition space exploring the life of Lord Byron and the history of Newstead Abbey and its estate.
Former Victorian workhouse with immersive galleries about poverty, welfare and everyday life, within easy reach of Mansfield.
Popular Sherwood Forest walking area with ancient oaks, visitor trails and a classic Nottinghamshire woodland atmosphere.
Central urban park with formal gardens, play areas, events and broad lawns, popular for a relaxed walk near the town centre.
Forest walking area with trails, wildlife and open heathland, ideal for countryside walks close to Mansfield.
Pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray style country butchers, eaten widely in Nottinghamshire; a cold raised pie prized for seasoned pork and crisp pastry.
Stilton made in the East Midlands, often served on cheeseboards in local pubs and homes; rich, crumbly blue cheese with a strong regional identity.
A classic Nottinghamshire loaf enriched with milk and butter, traditionally baked for tea and known for its soft crumb and rounded cottage shape.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and generous portions in a lively, polished setting.
Established steakhouse and grill serving burgers, steaks and hearty mains in a relaxed town-centre setting.
Well-liked Indian restaurant offering curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in a comfortable contemporary space.
Moderate by UK standards. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than major UK cities, while local buses and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up in taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Mansfield station -> Mansfield Bus Station, Mansfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Mansfield 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 Mansfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Mansfield trains use the Birmingham New Street to Mansfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Mansfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Mansfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Mansfield.
Ticket office support is available at Mansfield.
Available at Mansfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Mansfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mansfield: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access to both platforms via ramps with shallow gradients. Step free access between platforms is via a subway. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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