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Black Country Living Museum
Open-air Black Country museum with rebuilt shops, homes and transport exhibits. A major regional visit close to Tipton.
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Tipton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Tipton will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 4 trains that leave Birmingham for Tipton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 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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C17968 · Y80995The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Tipton trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C17778 · Y80971 | On time 13:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h22 | 13:26 Tipton station (TIP) | 1 change | |
P69430 | On time 13:11 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h18 | 13:29 Tipton station (TIP) | 0 changesdirect | |
P69432 | On time 13:41 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h18 | 13:59 Tipton station (TIP) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17775 · Y80975 | On time 14:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h22 | 14:26 Tipton station (TIP) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Birmingham to Tipton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 17m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Discover the best of Tipton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tipton trip today.
Open-air Black Country museum with rebuilt shops, homes and transport exhibits. A major regional visit close to Tipton.
Canal heritage centre in a former stables building with displays on the BCN, local boating life and waterside history.
Local history museum in Oak House exploring Tudor domestic life and the wider story of nearby West Bromwich and Sandwell.
Popular canal and woodland reserve with level trails, wildlife, waterside views and links into the wider Black Country canal network.
Linear waterside route through former industrial landscapes, now popular for walking, cycling and spotting canal heritage features.
A broad green corridor around the former canal branches, suited to gentle walks and birdwatching near Tipton's western edge.
A Black Country staple of thick-cut bacon or ham with onions on a soft bread roll. Simple pub food closely tied to local foundry and industrial workers.
Slow-cooked marrowfat peas served thick and savoury, often with bacon, onions or pork. A classic Black Country comfort dish still associated with local pubs.
Bread layered with minced beef, onions and Worcestershire seasoning, then baked. This hearty Black Country dish was popular as an economical family meal.
Smart canal-side dining room serving Indian cuisine, tandoori dishes and curries with a more polished atmosphere than a standard takeaway.
Casual Indian restaurant known locally for curries, grilled dishes and a relaxed dine-in setting popular for group meals.
Traditional pub-style venue associated with Black Country pies and hearty Midlands comfort food in an informal setting.
Tipton is generally cheaper than larger UK visitor hubs, with lower dining and lodging costs, while transport to nearby Birmingham stays reasonably priced.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is not expected, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Tipton 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 Tipton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Tipton trains use the Birmingham New Street to Tipton station pair, with some services arriving at Dudley Port. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Tipton 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.
Perry Barr is 3 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Perry Barr has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Perry Barr.
Ticket office support is available at Perry Barr. 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.
Available at Perry Barr: Parking.
Available at Perry Barr: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perry Barr: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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.
Duddeston is 2 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Duddeston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Duddeston.
Ticket office support is available at Duddeston. 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.
Available at Duddeston: Parking.
Available at Duddeston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duddeston: 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 no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Tipton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Tipton.
Ticket office support is available at Tipton. 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.
Available at Tipton: Parking.
Available at Tipton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tipton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Dudley Port is 1 km from Tipton city centre. Public transport options include:
Dudley Port has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Dudley Port. 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.
Available at Dudley Port: Parking.
Available at Dudley Port: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dudley Port: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, 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.
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