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Wensleydale Railway Station Museum
Railway heritage museum at Leeming Bar with vintage locomotives, carriages and exhibits on the Wensleydale Railway.
Cheapest price
£129
Average price
£129
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Northallerton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Northallerton will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £129.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham for Northallerton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


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Trains from Birmingham to Northallerton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £153 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £153 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 5:19 |
Last train 21:03 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Northallerton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Northallerton trip today.
Railway heritage museum at Leeming Bar with vintage locomotives, carriages and exhibits on the Wensleydale Railway.
Local history museum in nearby Thirsk covering rural life, trades and changing communities across the Hambleton area.
Arts venue in nearby Thirsk with rotating exhibitions, workshops and community events, useful for a contemporary local culture stop.
Broad market street lined with independent shops and historic frontages, forming the lively heart of Northallerton.
Town green and events space beside the High Street, handy for a short pause during shopping or market visits.
Leafy riverside and park area popular for gentle walks, open space and a quieter break close to the town centre.
A rich fruit cake from nearby Yorkshire, packed with currants and peel. It is a classic regional tea-time bake with a long county tradition.
A shallow pastry tart filled with curd cheese, eggs, sugar and spices. It is a traditional Yorkshire sweet found in bakeries and tea rooms.
Slices of roast beef served with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and gravy. This Sunday dinner is central to Yorkshire food culture.
Established café and tea room known for breakfasts, lunches, cakes and coffee. Handy for a classic Yorkshire break.
Stylish bistro in Northallerton serving modern British dishes and steaks in a smart but relaxed setting.
Traditional pub with a broad menu of British favourites, ales and Sunday roasts in a casual town-centre atmosphere.
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while rail travel and pub meals can still add up for visitors.
Service is often included only in larger restaurants. If not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Round up taxi fares; café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Northallerton 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 Northallerton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Northallerton trains use the Birmingham New Street to Northallerton station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Northallerton 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.
Northallerton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Northallerton.
Wi-Fi is available at Northallerton.
Ticket office support is available at Northallerton.
Available at Northallerton: Parking, WC.
Available at Northallerton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Northallerton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is available throughout the station, however customers should note that ramps are steep, and as such assistance cannot be provided for manual wheelchair users via the subway or to/from Platform 1. Station wheelchairs are not available at this location. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday: 09:00 - 19:45 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station (as per the exceptions outlined above), and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: The self service ticket machine for purchasing tickets for travel today and collection of pre-paid tickets is located in the subway, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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