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Journey information
Overview: Train from Craven Arms to Birmingham
Trains from Craven Arms to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 21:51 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Craven Arms to Birmingham trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Craven Arms and Birmingham from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Craven Arms to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Craven Arms 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Craven Arms and Birmingham
Most Craven Arms to Birmingham trains use the Craven Arms to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Craven Arms and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Craven Arms station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Craven Arms from Craven Arms city centre
Craven Arms train station facilities and services
Craven Arms has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Craven Arms.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Craven Arms: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Craven Arms: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Craven Arms: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) is available via a ramp from Ash Close. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Hereford) is available from the car park. Both platforms are connected via a footbridge or a long detour, 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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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