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Kingston Museum
Large local museum on Kingston's history, Eadweard Muybridge and changing borough life. A strong introduction to the area near Surbiton.
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Surbiton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Surbiton will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham for Surbiton 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 164 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 14 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Surbiton 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 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 164 km
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£57 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Surbiton trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:15 Birmingham | 3h14 | 10:29 Surbiton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Birmingham to Surbiton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 22:22 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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Large local museum on Kingston's history, Eadweard Muybridge and changing borough life. A strong introduction to the area near Surbiton.
Gallery and museum inside Orleans House, showing contemporary art and local heritage. Visit for the octagon room and riverside setting.
Working museum home to vintage buses, trams and trolleybuses. Open on selected dates with rides, displays and restoration workshops.
Expansive royal park with deer, wide avenues and cycling routes. Excellent for longer walks, open landscapes and views towards London.
Riverside walk with lawns, boating activity and views along the Thames. A relaxing local favourite close to Surbiton and Kingston town centre.
Pleasant riverside route beside the Thames, ideal for walking between Kingston, Surbiton and Hampton Court with frequent water views.
A pub staple of battered white fish and chips. In Surbiton and greater London, it is a classic Friday meal and a benchmark of a good local chippy.
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. A longstanding British comfort dish commonly found in local pubs around Surbiton.
Roast beef with roast potatoes, veg, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. A traditional Sunday lunch widely enjoyed in pubs and homes across the area.
Smart local pub and dining room serving British dishes and seasonal specials in a polished yet comfortable setting near Surbiton station.
Established Surbiton restaurant serving solid Italian favourites, pizzas and pasta in an easy-going, family-friendly setting.
Popular neighbourhood pub on Maple Road known for burgers, roasts and a lively but relaxed atmosphere with a good drinks selection.
Moderate for Greater London: hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but Surbiton is often cheaper than central London; rail fares add up.
Service may be included at restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafés usually do not require tips, but spare change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Surbiton 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 Surbiton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Surbiton trains use the Birmingham New Street to Surbiton station pair, with some services arriving at Berrylands. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Surbiton 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.
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Surbiton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Surbiton.
Wi-Fi is available at Surbiton.
Ticket office support is available at Surbiton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Surbiton: Parking, WC.
Available at Surbiton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Surbiton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access from the main entrance to all platforms via lifts. There is no step-free access from the rear (South Bank) entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Berrylands is 1 km from Surbiton city centre. Public transport options include:
Berrylands has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Berrylands.
Wi-Fi is available at Berrylands.
Ticket office support is available at Berrylands.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berrylands: Parking.
Available at Berrylands: Bike Parking.
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