Carshalton to Birmingham train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carshalton to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£54

Average price

£68

Fastest journey

2 h 37 m

Average duration

3 h

Trains per day

3

Distance

172 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carshalton to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Carshalton to Birmingham will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Carshalton for Birmingham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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.

Chiltern Railways
12:193h15
Carshalton
15:34Birmingham
£541One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
05:192h37
Carshalton
07:56Birmingham
£721One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
04:493h07
Carshalton
07:56Birmingham
£781One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Carshalton to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carshalton to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £29.

Distance: 172 km

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£54

Average Price

£11

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3h 6m

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2h 36m

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3h 21m

Average total duration

2h 51m

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Carshalton to Birmingham train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:25
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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avanti_west_coast04:49 Carshalton
3h07
07:56 Birmingham0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast05:19 Carshalton
2h37
07:56 Birmingham0 changesdirect
chiltern_railways12:19 Carshalton
3h15
15:34 Birmingham0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Carshalton to Birmingham

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Trains from Carshalton to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
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.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Distance
172 km
Average train duration
2h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£29
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 37m
First train
05:15
Last train
21:11
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.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Thameslink, Southern from Carshalton to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Thameslink, Southern trains will get you between Carshalton and Birmingham from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 37m
Cheapest Price
£29
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
£54
Chiltern Railways frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
£102
Thameslink frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Southern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 43m
Cheapest Price
£117
Southern frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Carshalton to Birmingham train

FAQs: Travel by train from Carshalton to Birmingham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Carshalton to Birmingham.
FAQs
Booking trains from Carshalton to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Carshalton to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £54.
The train distance from Carshalton to Birmingham is 172 km.
The cheapest way to get from Carshalton to Birmingham is by coach, costing approximately £8.
The train journey from Carshalton to Birmingham covers a distance of 172 km and takes approximately 2h 37m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Carshalton that goes to Birmingham is Carshalton station (CSH), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carshalton to Birmingham.
The first train from Carshalton to Birmingham leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Carshalton to Birmingham departs at 21:11.
Trains from Carshalton to Birmingham run approximately 4 times per day.
To get from Carshalton to Birmingham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Carshalton to Birmingham.
There is no night train service from Carshalton to Birmingham.
Yes, you can take the train from Carshalton to Birmingham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Carshalton and Birmingham

Carshalton
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Carshalton is Carshalton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carshalton for your trip from Carshalton to Birmingham.
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DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
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Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:45 Saturday 08:00 - 15:00 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: Step free access to both platforms via lifts. Platform 2 also has step free access via side gate. Assistance Meeting Point is the station entrance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated and step free waiting rooms are available on each platform
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: At the front of the station next to the ticket office
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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