- Must visit
St Fagans National Museum of History
Living-history museum with restored buildings, crafts and exhibitions that explain traditional life in north-east Wales.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Prestatyn
Showing times and prices for 04 Aug
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
139 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Prestatyn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Prestatyn will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham for Prestatyn 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 139 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 28 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.
9:222h28Birmingham11:50Prestatyn£221One-way0 changes
- 9:222h28Birmingham11:50Prestatyn£221One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Prestatyn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Prestatyn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 139 km
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Birmingham to Prestatyn train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Prestatyn trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:22 Birmingham | 2h28 | 10:50 Prestatyn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:22 Birmingham | 2h28 | 11:50 Prestatyn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:23 Birmingham | 2h26 | 15:49 Prestatyn | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Prestatyn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Prestatyn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 2h 26m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 4:56 |
Last train 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Prestatyn trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham and Prestatyn from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
£17
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
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
1h 43m
Cheapest Price
£99
Avanti West Coast frequency
7 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
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
£51
West Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Prestatyn
Things to do in Prestatyn
Discover the best of Prestatyn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Prestatyn trip today.
- Recommended
Greenfield Valley Museum
Local heritage museum in nearby Holywell with exhibits on town history, social life and regional industry.
- Recommended
Llandudno Museum and Gallery
Regional museum and gallery featuring natural history, archaeology and changing art displays in an elegant seaside building.
- Must visit
Offa's Dyke Path
Long-distance coastal path section starting in Prestatyn, popular for clifftop views and accessible shorter walks.
- Recommended
Prestatyn Beach
Wide sandy beach and promenade popular for sea views, fresh air and an easy coastal walk close to the town centre.
- Recommended
Prestatyn Hillside
Scenic hill with walking paths, wildlife and broad coastal views, ideal for a short climb above the town.
- Gluten-free
Cawl Cennin
A warming Welsh soup of leeks, potatoes and stock, long associated with Welsh home cooking and the national emblem.
- Vegetarian
Welsh Rarebit
Traditional Welsh rarebit: toasted bread topped with a savoury cheese and ale sauce. A pub staple across North Wales.
- Vegetarian
Bara Brith
Rich fruit bread baked with dried fruit and spices, then sliced and spread with butter. A classic Welsh tea-time treat.
CookHouse Pub & Carvery
Casual seafront café and restaurant known for brunches, coffee and light meals with broad views over the beach.
The Beachside Restaurant
Modern hotel restaurant serving British favourites, steaks and Sunday lunch in a smart but easy-going atmosphere.
The Ffrith
Reliable pub dining with carvery, grills and classic British comfort food in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Guesthouses and casual dining are fairly priced, while rail travel and peak-season stays can raise costs for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £35+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Birmingham to Prestatyn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Prestatyn 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 Prestatyn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Birmingham to Prestatyn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The train journey from Birmingham to Prestatyn covers a distance of 139 km and takes approximately 2h 26m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Birmingham to Prestatyn is 139 km.
The first train from Birmingham to Prestatyn leaves at 4:56.
The last train from Birmingham to Prestatyn departs at 21:00.
Trains from Birmingham to Prestatyn run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Birmingham to Prestatyn.
Yes, there is a direct train between Birmingham and Prestatyn. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.
To get from Birmingham to Prestatyn, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Birmingham to Prestatyn.
The train station in Birmingham that goes to Prestatyn is Birmingham New Street (BHM), and it arrives at Prestatyn station (PRT).
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Prestatyn is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Birmingham to Prestatyn 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 Prestatyn offers a scenic experience, particularly as it approaches North Wales, showcasing picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and glimpses of the coast.
Yes, a day trip from Birmingham to Prestatyn is feasible, as the journey takes 2h 26m each way and trains run 5 times per day. The distance is 139 km.
To fully enjoy Prestatyn, including its beaches, local attractions, and outdoor activities, a stay of about 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham to Prestatyn.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Prestatyn
Most Birmingham to Prestatyn trains use the Birmingham New Street to Prestatyn station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Prestatyn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Birmingham
Arrival train stations in Prestatyn
Birmingham New StreetStation Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Bus16 · 7m · £2 · every ~27 min
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.
Birmingham Moor StreetBirmingham Moor Street station, Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 7UL
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
TrainBirmingham Snow Hill - Whitlocks End, Birmingham Snow Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate Street - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Birmingham Moor Street, Worcester Foregate Street - Birmingham Moor Street, Worcester Shrub Hill - Dorridge, Stourbridge Junction - Dorridge, Birmingham Snow Hill - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Leamington Spa, Birmingham Snow Hill - Leamington Spa, Worcester Shrub Hill - Leamington Spa, Kidderminster - Stratford-upon-Avon, Kidderminster - Whitlocks End, Stourbridge Junction - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate Street - Whitlocks End · 2m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Bus16 · 13m · £2 · every ~27 min
TramMetro · 16m · every ~15 min
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Five WaysFive Ways station, Islington Row, Edgbaston, West Midlands, B15 1SF
City-centre transport
Getting to Five Ways from Birmingham city centre
Five Ways is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBirmingham New Street - Redditch, Birmingham New Street - Bromsgrove, Lichfield Trent Valley High Level - Redditch, Lichfield Trent Valley High Level - Longbridge, Lichfield Trent Valley High Level - Bromsgrove, Four Oaks - Redditch · 3m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
TramMetro · 12m · every ~30 min
Five Ways train station facilities and services
Five Ways has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Five Ways.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Five Ways. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Five Ways: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Five Ways: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Five Ways: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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: No.
Which Prestatyn station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Trains from Birmingham to Prestatyn arrive at Prestatyn. Prestatyn is from Prestatyn city centre.
PrestatynPrestatyn station, Bridge Road, Prestatyn, Denbighshire, LL19 7ER+44 3333211202
City-centre transport
Getting to Prestatyn from Prestatyn city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesWait at bus stops on Bastion Road
Prestatyn train station facilities and services
Prestatyn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Best Pizza & Kebab, Crispy Cod, Pizza Pan Takeaway, Chynna Garden
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Prestatyn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prestatyn. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prestatyn: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Prestatyn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prestatyn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to both platforms via a footbridge with ramps and a lift, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Halcyon And Quest Hotel.
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