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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cradley Heath to Birmingham
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
23 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
23 m
Trains on 20 Sept
1
Distance
12 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cradley Heath to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cradley Heath to Birmingham will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Fast trains
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 1 trains from Cradley Heath to Birmingham, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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.
11:330h23Cradley Heath11:56Birmingham£61One-way0 changes
- 11:330h23Cradley Heath11:56Birmingham£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cradley Heath to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cradley Heath to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 12 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£5 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Cradley Heath to Birmingham is a coach with an average price of £3.
This is compared to other travel options from Cradley Heath to Birmingham:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cradley Heath to Birmingham costing on average £5.
The fastest way to travel from Cradley Heath to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 23m.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Coach takes on average 58m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cradley Heath and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 8m faster (23m by train vs 31m by car) and roughly £7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£5 vs £12). 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 West Midlands Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cradley Heath to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Cradley Heath to Birmingham trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W88068 | 8:07 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0h24 | 8:31 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W88081 | 8:37 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0h24 | 9:01 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81097 | 8:55 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0h21 | 9:16 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W88093 | 9:07 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0h24 | 9:31 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81133 | 9:25 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0h21 | 9:46 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W88107 | 9:37 Cradley Heath station (CRA) | 0h24 | 10:01 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cradley Heath to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cradley Heath to Birmingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 24m.
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 £3
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 23:27 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
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 £3
Train companies: West Midlands Trains from Cradley Heath to Birmingham trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Cradley Heath and Birmingham from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
24m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£3
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
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
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
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Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
TfWM
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.50
- Day pass
- £7.60
To the city centre
Birmingham New Street -> Bullring, Birmingham
- Distance
- 0.7 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless and Swift Go are accepted on West Midlands Metro and on almost all buses in the West Midlands.
- Birmingham New Street is already central; many city-centre places are walkable, so check before buying a day ticket.
FAQs: Cradley Heath to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cradley Heath 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Cradley Heath to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Cradley Heath to Birmingham covers a distance of 12 km and takes approximately 24m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Cradley Heath to Birmingham is 12 km.
The first train from Cradley Heath to Birmingham leaves at 5:47.
The last train from Cradley Heath to Birmingham departs at 23:27.
Trains from Cradley Heath to Birmingham run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cradley Heath to Birmingham.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cradley Heath and Birmingham. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains.
To get from Cradley Heath to Birmingham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cradley Heath to Birmingham.
The train station in Cradley Heath that goes to Birmingham is Cradley Heath station (CRA), and it arrives at Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW).
The cheapest way to get from Cradley Heath to Birmingham is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Cradley Heath to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cradley Heath to Birmingham is primarily urban and industrial, lacking notable scenic views. It passes through residential areas, industrial sites, and the Black Country, offering a glimpse of the region's industrial heritage rather than natural landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Cradley Heath to Birmingham is feasible. With a travel time of just 24m and a distance of 12 km, along with a frequency of 4 trains per day, you can enjoy a convenient trip.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, and enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Discover the city's history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Don't miss the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring for shopping and dining.
To explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Cradley Heath to Birmingham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cradley Heath and Birmingham
Most Cradley Heath to Birmingham trains use the Cradley Heath to Birmingham Snow Hill station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham New Street. Use this guide to compare Cradley Heath and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Cradley Heath
Arrival train stations in Birmingham
Which Cradley Heath station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Trains from Cradley Heath to Birmingham leave from Cradley Heath. The station is 1 km from Cradley Heath city centre at Cradley Heath station, Forge Lane, Cradley Heath, West Midlands, B64 5AL.
Cradley HeathCradley Heath station, Forge Lane, Cradley Heath, West Midlands, B64 5AL
City-centre transport
Getting to Cradley Heath from Cradley Heath city centre
Bus4M, X10 · 3m · £2 · every ~18 min
Cradley Heath train station facilities and services
Cradley Heath has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cradley Heath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cradley Heath. 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 Cradley Heath: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cradley Heath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cradley Heath: 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 no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Birmingham station do trains from Cradley Heath arrive at?
Trains from Cradley Heath to Birmingham most often arrive at Birmingham Snow Hill. Some services arrive at Birmingham New Street, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Birmingham arrival station.
Birmingham Snow HillBirmingham Snow Hill station, Colmore Row, Birmingham, West Midlands, B3 2BJ
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Bus52 · 0m · £2 · every ~18 min
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. 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 Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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 on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Birmingham New StreetStation Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Bus16 · 7m · £2 · every ~27 min
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.
Birmingham Moor StreetBirmingham Moor Street station, Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 7UL
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
TrainBirmingham Snow Hill - Whitlocks End, Birmingham Snow Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate Street - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Birmingham Moor Street, Worcester Foregate Street - Birmingham Moor Street, Worcester Shrub Hill - Dorridge, Stourbridge Junction - Dorridge, Birmingham Snow Hill - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Leamington Spa, Birmingham Snow Hill - Leamington Spa, Worcester Shrub Hill - Leamington Spa, Kidderminster - Stratford-upon-Avon, Kidderminster - Whitlocks End, Stourbridge Junction - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate Street - Whitlocks End · 2m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Bus16 · 13m · £2 · every ~27 min
TramMetro · 16m · every ~15 min
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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