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G0114810:543h10Durham station (DHM)14:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£331One-way0 changes- W2988411:543h12Durham station (DHM)15:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£331One-way0 changes
- W298688:533h11Durham station (DHM)12:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£331One-way0 changes
- G0118410:472h41Durham station (DHM)13:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£331One-way0 changes
- G011808:482h39Durham station (DHM)11:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£331One-way0 changes
- G011808:482h39Durham station (DHM)11:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£331One-way0 changes
- G0118410:472h41Durham station (DHM)13:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£331One-way0 changes
- G0114810:543h10Durham station (DHM)14:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£331One-way0 changes
- W298688:533h11Durham station (DHM)12:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£331One-way0 changes
- W2988411:543h12Durham station (DHM)15:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£331One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Durham to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 256 km
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£64 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Durham to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Birmingham trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W29935 | On time 12:46 Durham station (DHM) | 2h42 | 15:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01153 | On time 12:53 Durham station (DHM) | 3h11 | 16:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01186+ G15900 | Delayed 13:35 13:18Durham station (DHM) | 3h10 | 16:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G01154 | On time 13:54 Durham station (DHM) | 3h12 | 17:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29937 | On time 14:48 Durham station (DHM) | 2h39 | 17:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01161 | On time 14:54 Durham station (DHM) | 3h13 | 18:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Durham to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 256 km distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 256 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 4:37 |
Last train 22:03 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Durham to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Durham and Birmingham from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Durham to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham 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 Durham and Birmingham
Most Durham to Birmingham trains use the Durham to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Durham and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Durham station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Durham from Durham city centre
Durham train station facilities and services
Durham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Durham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Durham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Durham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Durham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Durham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham: 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 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.
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.
Getting to Northfield from Birmingham city centre
Northfield is 9 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Northfield train station facilities and services
Northfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Northfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Northfield. 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 Northfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Northfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Northfield: 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 accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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