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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£53
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£59
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
2 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
5 h 17 m
Trains on 12 Sept
3
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
To travel from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) you need to make at least one change.
CH014000 · S03687+
G00699+
Tube from London Bridge to Hillingdon (Underground)5:106h08East Croydon (ECR)11:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)£531One-way4 changes
W70561 · C17749+
G261130:196h55East Croydon (ECR)7:14Birmingham New Street (BHM)£621One-way2 changes
W33603+
C026015:402h47East Croydon (ECR)8:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£621One-way1 change
- W33603+C026015:402h47East Croydon (ECR)8:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£621One-way1 change
- CH014000 · S03687+G00699+Tube from London Bridge to Hillingdon (Underground)5:106h08East Croydon (ECR)11:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)£531One-way4 changes
- W70561 · C17749+G261130:196h55East Croydon (ECR)7:14Birmingham New Street (BHM)£621One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 174 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average £41.
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 24m.
The journey is about 37m faster (2h 38m by train vs 3h 15m by car) and roughly £14 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£41 vs £55). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G26113+W70561 · C17749 | 0:19 East Croydon (ECR) | 6h55 | 7:14 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| C02606+Tube from London Bridge to Hillingdon (Underground)+CH014000 · S03687 | 5:10 East Croydon (ECR) | 6h08 | 11:18 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 4 changes | |
| C02601+W33603 | 5:40 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h47 | 8:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 11:19. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 11:19 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, Thameslink from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, Thameslink trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in East Croydon (ECR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most East Croydon (ECR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the East Croydon to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare East Croydon (ECR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to East Croydon from Croydon city centre
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
East Croydon train station facilities and services
East Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, 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 East Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at East Croydon. ATMs are available at East Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Croydon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Croydon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, 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.
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