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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Ruabon
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Ruabon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Ruabon will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 trains that leave Birmingham for Ruabon every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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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- 8:221h33Birmingham9:55Ruabon£161One-way0 changes
Live departures
Birmingham to Ruabon train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Ruabon trains for today, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:25 Birmingham | 2h23 | 10:48 Ruabon | 1 change | |
 | 11:22 Birmingham | 1h29 | 12:51 Ruabon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:22 Birmingham | 1h29 | 14:51 Ruabon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:21 Birmingham | 1h39 | 16:00 Ruabon | 1 change | |
| 15:22 Birmingham | 1h42 | 17:04 Ruabon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:22 Birmingham | 1h38 | 18:00 Ruabon | 1 change | |
| 17:22 Birmingham | 1h34 | 18:56 Ruabon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:24 Birmingham | 1h29 | 20:53 Ruabon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:25 Birmingham | 6h41 | 6:06 Ruabon | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Ruabon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Ruabon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Ruabon trainsTransport for Wales, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham and Ruabon from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Ruabon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Ruabon 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 Ruabon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Ruabon
Most Birmingham to Ruabon trains use the Birmingham New Street to Ruabon station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Ruabon 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.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Acocks Green from Birmingham city centre
Acocks Green is 6 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Acocks Green train station facilities and services
Acocks Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Acocks Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Acocks Green. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Acocks Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Acocks Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Acocks Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Ruabon station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Ruabon from Ruabon city centre
Ruabon train station facilities and services
Ruabon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ruabon: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ruabon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. Access to Platform 1 (to Chester) is via a footbridge with 52 steps. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Wrexham) from the station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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