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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£38
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£97
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 33 m
Trains on 19 Sept
6
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
To travel from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) you need to make at least one change.
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C32951 · C3255020:302h37Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)23:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£381One-way2 changes- G00913+C3295019:303h02Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)22:32Birmingham New Street (BHM)£481One-way1 change
- G01168+C3294618:302h36Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)21:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£771One-way1 change
- G01167+
C0207817:372h29Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)20:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£951One-way1 change - G01146+C328968:322h34Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)11:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£951One-way1 change
- G01141+C021627:372h27Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)10:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2281One-way1 change
- G01167+C0207817:372h29Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)20:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£951One-way1 change
- G01146+C328968:322h34Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)11:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£951One-way1 change
- G01168+C3294618:302h36Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)21:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£771One-way1 change
- G00846+C32951 · C3255020:302h37Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)23:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£381One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 147 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A coach is £60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average £77.
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 35m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (2h 14m by train vs 2h 26m by car). Tickets start at around £77 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00842+C32550 · C32951 | Delayed 20:15 20:30Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2h58 | 23:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 19 September | |||||
| G01141+C02162 | Delayed 7:15 7:37Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2h27 | 10:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G01146+C32896 | Delayed 8:15 8:32Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2h34 | 11:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G01167+C02078 | 17:37 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2h29 | 20:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G01168+C32946 | Delayed 18:15 18:30Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2h36 | 21:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G00913+C32950 | 19:30 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 3h02 | 22:32 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G00846+C32550 · C32951 | 20:30 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2h37 | 23:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 22:15 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: CrossCountry from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Bradford Interchange to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bradford Forster Square from Bradford city centre
Bradford Forster Square train station facilities and services
Bradford Forster Square has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Forster Square: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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