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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major museum and gallery with fine art, local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in the city centre.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
39 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
40 m
Trains on 05 Sept
12
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Birmingham will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 12 trains from Cheltenham to Birmingham, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 40 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.
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G01059Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Birmingham 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 1h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 66 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£14 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cheltenham to Birmingham:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cheltenham to Birmingham costing on average £14.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 21m.
The journey is about 28m faster (45m by train vs 1h 13m by car) and roughly £8 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£14 vs £22). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Birmingham trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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C17042+ Y80547 | 6:15 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1h31 | 7:46 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
G66987 | 7:14 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h41 | 7:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00841 | On time 7:18 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h58 | 8:16 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66716 | 7:40 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h39 | 8:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00844 | 7:55 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h50 | 8:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01060 | On time 8:12 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h43 | 8:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66721 | 8:40 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h40 | 9:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00938 | 8:59 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h46 | 9:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01062 | 9:12 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h42 | 9:54 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00854 | 9:40 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h44 | 10:24 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66712 | 9:59 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h46 | 10:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00941 | 11:59 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h46 | 12:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01069 | 12:12 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h43 | 12:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00865 | 12:40 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h39 | 13:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00900 | 12:55 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h50 | 13:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01073 | 13:12 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h43 | 13:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00872 | 13:40 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0h39 | 14:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cheltenham to Birmingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 38m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:17 |
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Major museum and gallery with fine art, local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in the city centre.
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Historic quarter known for jewellery workshops, heritage trails, museums and distinctive Georgian and Victorian streetscapes.
Waterside district of canals, bars and cultural venues, ideal for strolling, boat trips and seeing Birmingham's industrial past.
A Birmingham-born curry with spiced meat in rich tomato gravy. It reflects the city’s famed Balti Triangle and its South Asian culinary heritage.
A slow-cooked stew of beef, vegetables and stock topped with sliced potatoes. A Black Country classic closely associated with the Birmingham area.
Pork offal sausage traditionally served with peas, mash and gravy. It is a long-standing working-class dish from the Black Country near Birmingham.
Elegant modern dining in Edgbaston with refined tasting menus and polished service in a calm, intimate setting.
Popular Jewish-style deli and restaurant famous for piled-high sandwiches, baked treats and relaxed daytime dining.
Lively Indian restaurant in the Balti Triangle, known for Balti dishes cooked in pressed-steel bowls and a bustling local atmosphere.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Birmingham 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cheltenham to Birmingham trains use the Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Cheltenham and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cheltenham Spa is 1 km from Cheltenham city centre. Public transport options include:
Cheltenham Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Railway Inn, The Coconut Tree
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Cheltenham Spa. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Cheltenham Spa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheltenham Spa: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Queens Hotel Cheltenham, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham, Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham.
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 options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
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 storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at University.
Ticket office support is available at University. 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.
Available at University: Parking.
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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 located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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