4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Worcester
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Worcester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Worcester will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 22 trains that leave Birmingham for Worcester every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 43 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.
C171778:500h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:33Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)£121One-way0 changes- C178299:310h58Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW)10:29Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS)£121One-way0 changes
- W004059:011h01Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW)10:02Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)£121One-way0 changes
- L124478:011h01Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW)9:02Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)£121One-way0 changes
- P693438:310h57Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW)9:28Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS)£121One-way0 changes
- C171758:000h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:39Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS)£121One-way0 changes
- C171778:500h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:33Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)£121One-way0 changes
- C1718310:500h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:33Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)£121One-way0 changes
- C171819:500h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:33Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)£121One-way0 changes
- C1718511:500h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:33Worcester Foregate Street (WOF)£121One-way0 changes
Live departures
Birmingham to Worcester train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Worcester trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L12299 | On time 11:31 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0h57 | 12:28 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W00264 | On time 13:31 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0h57 | 14:28 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17193 · W00265 | On time 13:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h38 | 15:28 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 1 change | |
| C17193 | On time 13:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h43 | 14:33 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17929 | On time 14:01 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 1h01 | 15:02 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W00265 | On time 14:31 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0h57 | 15:28 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17196 | On time 14:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h43 | 15:33 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P69382 | On time 15:01 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 1h01 | 16:02 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P69384 | On time 15:31 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 1h02 | 16:33 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17198 | On time 15:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h37 | 16:27 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P69387 | On time 16:01 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 1h01 | 17:02 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80754 | On time 16:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h44 | 17:34 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W00407 | On time 17:01 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 1h06 | 18:07 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80755 | On time 17:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h41 | 18:01 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0 changesdirect | |
 G01119+ Y15428 | On time 17:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 18:10 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 1 change | |
| P69393 | On time 17:31 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0h57 | 18:28 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80759 | On time 17:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h43 | 18:33 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| C17175 | 8:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h39 | 8:39 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L12447 | 8:01 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 1h01 | 9:02 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P69343 | 8:31 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0h57 | 9:28 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17177 | 8:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h43 | 9:33 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17177 · C17829 | 8:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h39 | 10:29 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 1 change | |
| W00405 | 9:01 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 1h01 | 10:02 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17829 | 9:31 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0h58 | 10:29 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17181 | 9:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h43 | 10:33 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17181 · L22873 | 9:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h38 | 11:28 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 1 change | |
| L22875 | 10:01 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 1h01 | 11:02 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L22873 | 10:31 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0h57 | 11:28 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17183 | 10:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h43 | 11:33 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17183 · L12299 | 10:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h38 | 12:28 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 1 change | |
| L22964 | 11:01 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 1h01 | 12:02 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Worcester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Worcester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 37m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 23:06 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry from Birmingham to Worcester trainsWest Midlands Trains, CrossCountry trains will get you between Birmingham and Worcester from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Birmingham to Worcester
All trains from Birmingham to Worcester are provided by London Midlands Trains. Each train runs directly with no changes and has a journey time of around 40 minutes, which can increase to one hour depending on the time of day. The first train of the day leaves early, after 6:00 a.m. Trains then continue running every 20-50 minutes until the last evening, with the last services of the day departing at around 11:00 p.m. Trains depart from Birmingham's New Street Station close to the Bullring Shopping Centre. They arrive at Worcester's Shrub Hill Station, which is situated in the east of the town.
FAQs: Birmingham to Worcester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Worcester 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 Worcester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Worcester
Most Birmingham to Worcester trains use the Birmingham New Street to Worcester Foregate Street station pair, with some services arriving at Worcester Shrub Hill. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Worcester 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 Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. 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 Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: 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 accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Which Worcester station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Worcester Foregate Street from Worcester city centre
Worcester Foregate Street train station facilities and services
Worcester Foregate Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Worcester Foregate Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Worcester Foregate Street. 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 Worcester Foregate Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Worcester Foregate Street: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Worcester Foregate Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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 available by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Worcester Shrub Hill from Worcester city centre
Worcester Shrub Hill train station facilities and services
Worcester Shrub Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Worcester Shrub Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Worcester Shrub Hill. 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 Worcester Shrub Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Worcester Shrub Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Worcester Shrub Hill: 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 no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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