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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£85
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
1 h 42 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
1 h 43 m
Trains on 08 Sept
12
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI) will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI) you need to make at least one change.
G66779+
Y8092718:001h45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)19:45Birmingham International (BHI)£321One-way1 change- G00723+C1774717:331h42Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)19:15Birmingham International (BHI)£321One-way1 change
- G00730+C1791418:321h43Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)20:15Birmingham International (BHI)£321One-way1 change
- G00854+Y808479:001h45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:45Birmingham International (BHI)£421One-way1 change
- G66730+Y8085910:001h45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:45Birmingham International (BHI)£421One-way1 change
- G01062+Y808418:331h42Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:15Birmingham International (BHI)£871One-way1 change
- G00723+C1774717:331h42Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)19:15Birmingham International (BHI)£321One-way1 change
- G00730+C1791418:321h43Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)20:15Birmingham International (BHI)£321One-way1 change
- G66721+Y808358:011h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:45Birmingham International (BHI)£421One-way1 change
- G00854+Y808479:001h45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:45Birmingham International (BHI)£421One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 126 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI):
A coach is £38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI) costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Birmingham International (BHI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 16m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 30m by train vs 1h 32m by car). Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £35 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
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00854+Y80847 | Delayed 7:59 9:00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h45 | 10:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 8 September | |||||
| G66721+Y80835 | 8:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h44 | 9:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G01062+Y80841 | 8:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h42 | 10:15 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00854+Y80847 | 9:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h45 | 10:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
G01064+ W34265 | 9:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h53 | 11:26 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66730+Y80859 | 10:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h45 | 11:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00869_G01067+W33903 | 10:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h53 | 12:26 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00888+Y80917 | 16:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h45 | 17:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G01083+C01365 | 16:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h53 | 18:26 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00894+C17906 | 17:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h45 | 18:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00723+C17747 | 17:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h42 | 19:15 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66779+Y80927 | 18:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h45 | 19:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00730+C17914 | 18:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h43 | 20:15 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 7:00 |
Last train 21:18 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI) trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Birmingham International (BHI) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI) 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 International (BHI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Birmingham International (BHI)
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Birmingham International (BHI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
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.
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