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Wellington Museum
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Birmingham to Wellington train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Wellington trains for today, Tuesday 29 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W70217+ G00883 | Delayed 15:58 16:30Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 17:33 Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) | 1 change | |
| C18003 · C17004 | On time 16:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h05 | 17:39 Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) | 1 change | |
| C17004 | On time 16:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h47 | 17:39 Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) | 0 changesdirect | |
 G38371 | On time 17:21 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h45 | 18:06 Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70221 | On time 17:26 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h07 | 18:33 Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70221+G00888 | Delayed 16:58 17:30Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 18:33 Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) | 1 change | |
| G38609 | On time 18:22 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h44 | 19:06 Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70224 | On time 18:26 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h07 | 19:33 Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Wellington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Wellington run on average 3 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 47m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 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.
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Coach from £9
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Birmingham to Wellington trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Birmingham and Wellington from £9. 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 Transport for Wales Duration
47m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£15
Transport for Wales frequency
3 a day
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
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Things to do in Wellington
Discover the best of Wellington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wellington trip today.
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Museum of Somerset
A nearby military museum with exhibits on Somerset regiments, uniforms and medals, suitable for a broader heritage visit from Wellington.
Sheppy’s Cider Farm Museum
A specialist museum at the cider farm exploring rural life, orchards and cider-making through displays and heritage objects.
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Fore Street
Wellington’s main shopping street, lined with independent businesses and historic buildings, ideal for a short walk and local atmosphere.
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Ham Hill
A scenic area on the Blackdown Hills side of Wellington, valued for panoramic countryside views and access to walking routes.
Longforth Park
A green open space for walks, sport and community events, popular with locals and convenient for a relaxed break near the centre.
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Somerset Cheddar
A traditional West Country cheddar made in nearby Somerset. It is one of the region’s best-known foods, valued for its rich, nutty flavour and long heritage.
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West Country Cider
A classic South West cider made from local apples. It is a staple drink across Somerset and Devon and closely tied to rural farming traditions.
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Somerset Fruit Cake
A dark fruit cake from the West Country, made with currants and often cider or tea. It is a long-standing local teatime bake in Somerset homes.
Odyn Indian Dining
A popular local Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and familiar favourites in a comfortable, casual atmosphere.
Rumwell Farm Shop Cafe
A well-known café and farm shop venue just outside Wellington, popular for breakfasts, lunches and local produce in a modern rural setting.
The Green Dragon
A long-established Wellington pub known for classic British meals, Sunday roasts and a relaxed traditional setting in the town centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are fairly priced for a market town, while local buses and everyday food costs are usually lower than in major UK cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £35+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is uncommon, but small change is welcome.
FAQs: Birmingham to Wellington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Wellington 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 Wellington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Birmingham to Wellington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Birmingham to Wellington covers a distance of 48 km and takes approximately 47m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Birmingham to Wellington is 48 km.
The first train from Birmingham to Wellington leaves at 5:23.
The last train from Birmingham to Wellington departs at 23:45.
Trains from Birmingham to Wellington run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Birmingham to Wellington.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Birmingham to Wellington.
There is no night train service from Birmingham to Wellington.
The train station in Birmingham that goes to Wellington is Birmingham New Street (BHM), and it arrives at Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN).
Booking trains from Birmingham to Wellington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The journey from Birmingham to Wellington by train offers pleasant views of the English countryside, with stretches of green fields and charming towns along the route, providing a peaceful and scenic travel experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham to Wellington.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Wellington
Most Birmingham to Wellington trains use the Birmingham New Street to Wellington (Shropshire) station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Wellington 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 Wellington
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 InternationalBirmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRugeley Trent Valley - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - Coventry, Birmingham New Street - Northampton, Walsall - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Milton Keynes Central, Birmingham New Street - Rugby, Liverpool Lime Street - Coventry, Wolverhampton - Birmingham International, Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham International · 9m · £5 · every ~8 min
BusX1 · 39m · £4 · every ~23 min
X1 · 40m · £4 · every ~23 min
17A · 53m · £4 · every ~19 min
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.
Which Wellington station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Trains from Birmingham to Wellington arrive at Wellington (Shropshire). Wellington (Shropshire) is from Wellington city centre.
Wellington (Shropshire)Wellington station, Station Road, Wellington, Shropshire, TF1 1BY+44 333 311 0039
City-centre transport
Getting to Wellington (Shropshire) from Wellington city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesIn the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: In "No parking" area at top of station car park near to roundabout at junction of King Street/Victoria Road for (both directions).
Wellington (Shropshire) train station facilities and services
Wellington (Shropshire) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wellington (Shropshire). 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 Wellington (Shropshire): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wellington (Shropshire): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wellington (Shropshire): 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 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 ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on platform one, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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