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West Berkshire Museum
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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Newbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Newbury will cost around £126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £124.
To travel from Birmingham to Newbury you need to make at least one change.

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Trains from Birmingham to Newbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 127 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 23:11 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Birmingham to Newbury.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Newbury trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:33 Birmingham | 2h08 | 15:41 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:03 Birmingham | 2h01 | 16:04 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:03 Birmingham | 2h12 | 17:15 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:03 Birmingham | 2h03 | 18:06 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:03 Birmingham | 2h06 | 19:09 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:03 Birmingham | 2h01 | 20:04 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:03 Birmingham | 2h01 | 22:04 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:03 Birmingham | 2h06 | 23:09 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:12 Birmingham | 8h31 | 6:43 Newbury | 1 change | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
![]() | 6:02 Birmingham | 2h30 | 8:32 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:03 Birmingham | 2h22 | 9:25 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:33 Birmingham | 2h05 | 10:38 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:03 Birmingham | 2h12 | 11:15 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:33 Birmingham | 2h05 | 11:38 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:03 Birmingham | 2h32 | 12:35 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:03 Birmingham | 1h59 | 13:02 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:33 Birmingham | 2h27 | 14:00 Newbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:03 Birmingham | 2h32 | 14:35 Newbury | 1 change | |
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Discover the best of Newbury — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newbury trip today.
Local museum covering Newbury and West Berkshire history, archaeology and the Civil War, with family-friendly galleries.
Modern gallery in the town centre showing changing exhibitions of contemporary art, craft and community projects.
Museum and handling collection devoted to the history of computing, with restored machines and interactive displays.
Waterside public park beside the Kennet and Avon Canal, popular for walks, boating views, events and open green space.
Nature reserve and lakes on former gravel workings, offering birdwatching, level paths and a peaceful edge-of-town landscape.
Linear walking route through Newbury along the canal and River Kennet, ideal for an easy stroll between locks and bridges.
A Berkshire baking apple cooked into tarts, crumbles or sauces. It is a classic local fruit from nearby orchards and a long-standing county speciality.
A traditional English sausage made with Berkshire pork, herbs and seasoning. It reflects the county’s long farming and butchery traditions.
A ploughman’s lunch built around local cheeses, bread, pickle and salad. It is a familiar pub staple across Berkshire and the wider South East.
Refined fine dining in a country-house setting, known for polished modern British cooking and a formal atmosphere.
Stylish Indian restaurant known for classic curries and tandoori dishes, with smart décor and reliable service.
Elegant riverside restaurant and pub serving modern British dishes, Sunday roasts and drinks in a relaxed historic setting.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels can be pricey on busy dates, but dining and local travel are usually manageable compared with London.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Newbury Railway Station -> Newbury Wharf Bus Station, Newbury
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Newbury 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 Newbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Newbury trains use the Birmingham New Street to Newbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Newbury 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.
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.
Newbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Mio Fiore
Wi-Fi is available at Newbury.
Ticket office support is available at Newbury.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newbury: Parking, WC.
Available at Newbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via liftsand an overbridge to the West of the main station buildings. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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