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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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Compare train, coach and flight for Düsseldorf to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £342.
Distance: 612 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£342 Average Price | £190 Average Price | £90 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 21m Average total duration 14h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Birmingham trains for today, Saturday 8 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 6:09 Düsseldorf | 5h18 | 11:27 Birmingham | 2 changes | |
| 8:10 Düsseldorf | 7h17 | 15:27 Birmingham | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Birmingham
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United Kingdom
Trains from Düsseldorf to Birmingham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £342 but you can travel from only £45 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 10:37. The fastest train covers the 612 km distance in 5h 17m.
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 £45
Distance 612 km |
Average train duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £342 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 6:37 |
Last train 10:37 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 £45
Train companies: Eurostar from Düsseldorf to Birmingham trainsEurostar trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Birmingham from £45. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Eurostar
About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 17m
Cheapest Price
£342
Eurostar frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Birmingham
Things to do in Birmingham
Discover the best of Birmingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birmingham trip today.
- Must visit
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
Science museum with interactive galleries on industry, transport and invention, making it a strong family-friendly visit.
- Recommended
Pen Museum
Independent museum in a converted factory, exploring Birmingham's pen trade with demonstrations and hands-on exhibits.
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Digbeth
Creative district with street art, independent shops and converted industrial buildings, popular for urban walks and photography.
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Jewellery Quarter
Historic quarter known for jewellery workshops, heritage trails, museums and distinctive Georgian and Victorian streetscapes.
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Brindleyplace
Waterside district of canals, bars and cultural venues, ideal for strolling, boat trips and seeing Birmingham's industrial past.
Balti
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.
Black Country faggots and peas
A slow-cooked stew of beef, vegetables and stock topped with sliced potatoes. A Black Country classic closely associated with the Birmingham area.
Faggots
Pork offal sausage traditionally served with peas, mash and gravy. It is a long-standing working-class dish from the Black Country near Birmingham.
Simpsons
Elegant modern dining in Edgbaston with refined tasting menus and polished service in a calm, intimate setting.
Anderson & Hill
Popular Jewish-style deli and restaurant famous for piled-high sandwiches, baked treats and relaxed daytime dining.
Shababs
Lively Indian restaurant in the Balti Triangle, known for Balti dishes cooked in pressed-steel bowls and a bustling local atmosphere.
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.
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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: Düsseldorf to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £342, while the average price tends to be around £342.
The train from Düsseldorf to Birmingham takes 5h 17m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Düsseldorf to Birmingham is 612 km.
The first train from Düsseldorf to Birmingham leaves at 6:37.
The last train from Düsseldorf to Birmingham departs at 10:37.
Trains from Düsseldorf to Birmingham run approximately 1 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Düsseldorf to Birmingham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Düsseldorf to Birmingham.
To get from Düsseldorf to Birmingham, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Düsseldorf to Birmingham.
The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Birmingham is by coach, costing approximately £45.
Booking trains from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Birmingham offers a mix of scenic views, especially in the initial leg through Germany and the Netherlands, featuring rivers, picturesque countryside, and charming towns. However, as the route progresses into more urban areas and towards Birmingham, the scenery becomes less rural and more industrial.
A day trip from Düsseldorf to Birmingham is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 17m, with a distance of 612 km. The frequency is 1 per day for trains.
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 Düsseldorf to Birmingham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Birmingham
Most Düsseldorf to Birmingham trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Düsseldorf
Arrival train stations in Birmingham
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Trains from Düsseldorf to Birmingham leave from Düsseldorf Hbf. The station is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre at Düsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf.
Düsseldorf HbfDüsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf
City-centre transport
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe · 49m · £26 · every ~2 min
BusRe49 · 1h 30m · £13 · every ~1 min
62004 · 2h 38m
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
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