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G669878:032h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:33York station (YRK)£191One-way0 changes- G010609:032h29Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:32York station (YRK)£191One-way0 changes
- G0106210:032h28Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:31York station (YRK)£191One-way0 changes
- G0073910:271h53Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:20York station (YRK)£401One-way0 changes
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G896919:092h54Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:03York station (YRK)£721One-way3 changes
- G0073910:271h53Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:20York station (YRK)£401One-way0 changes
- G007388:271h53Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:20York station (YRK)£891One-way0 changes
- G0106210:032h28Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:31York station (YRK)£191One-way0 changes
- G010609:032h29Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:32York station (YRK)£191One-way0 changes
- G669878:032h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:33York station (YRK)£191One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Birmingham to York
The cheapest option from Birmingham to York is coach, with an average price of £16. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to York among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 173 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£42 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Birmingham to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to York trains for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G66987 | 8:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h30 | 10:33 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00738 | 8:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h53 | 10:20 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01060 | 9:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h29 | 11:32 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00684+C21649+G89691+G80216 | 9:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h54 | 12:03 York station (YRK) | 3 changes | |
| G01062 | 10:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h28 | 12:31 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00739 | 10:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h53 | 12:20 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to York
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Birmingham to York, including 6 direct trains, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:28, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Lowest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 1:28 |
Last train 23:19 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to York trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and York from £10. 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 York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and York
Most Birmingham to York trains use the Birmingham New Street to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and York 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 Selly Oak from Birmingham city centre
Selly Oak is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Selly Oak train station facilities and services
Selly Oak has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Selly Oak.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Selly Oak. 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 Selly Oak: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Selly Oak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Selly Oak: 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, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall and 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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Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: 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 taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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