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Compare train, coach and flight for Geneva to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, and a train costs an average of £401.
Distance: 908 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£401 Average Price | £143 Average Price | £106 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 5m Average total duration 19h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Overview: Train from Geneva to Birmingham
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Trains from Geneva to Birmingham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £401 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:29, the last at 07:29. The fastest train covers the 908 km distance in 8h 58m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20
Distance 908 km |
Average train duration 9h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £401 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 58m |
First train 7:29 |
Last train 7:29 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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
Flight from £20
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Geneva to Birmingham trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Geneva and Birmingham from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 58m
Cheapest Price
£401
SNCF | TGV INOUI frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: 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.
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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.
Trains from Geneva to Birmingham
To make the journey by train from Geneva to Birmingham, passengers must first travel from Geneva Cornavin Station to London St Pancras Station and then onward from London Euston to Birmingham New Street. The combined journey time takes up to 11 hours plus the time needed to travel between St Pancras and Euston stations by taxi, bus or underground. There are between four and eight daily departures from Geneva to London. These all require one or two connections and have journey times that take between seven hours 45 minutes and eight hours 30 minutes. There are up to six departures every hour from London Euston Station to Birmingham New Street Station with journey times of between 1.5 and 2.5 hours.
Geneva to Birmingham Train Time: Daily departures
There are between four and eight daily departures of trains from Geneva to London St Pancras. These all commence in the early morning and depending on the day of the week continue until lunchtime or mid-afternoon. Train departures from London Euston to Birmingham New Street start in the early hours of the morning and continue until late at night with up to six trains an hour at peak periods.
How long is the journey by train from Geneva to Birmingham?
Trains from Geneva to London take from just under eight hours to eight hours 30 minutes and require one or two connections en route. Where two connections are required these are made at Lyons and Paris or Lyons and Marne-la-Vallée-Chessy. Where one connection is needed, it is made at either Lille or Paris. Trains from London Euston to Birmingham are all direct and have journey times of 1.5 to 2.5 hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Geneva to Birmingham?
Departure train station: Trains from Geneva to Birmingham depart from Geneva Cornavin Station. This station is located just a few minutes' walk from the city centre and its tourist attractions. It is part of Geneva's efficient transport system of taxis, trams, local buses and ferries. Direct trains also link Geneva Airport with Cornavin Station. Station facilities include car parking, car hire desks, a ticket office and automated ticket machines, ATMs, WiFi, toilets, left-luggage storage, shops and cafes. There is step-free access to all areas and accessible toilets.
Arrival train station: Trains from Geneva to Birmingham terminate at Birmingham New Street Station which is part of a large transport, shopping, eating and entertainment complex in the city centre. It is linked to a network of trams and local buses. Among the station's extensive facilities are car parking, car hire desks, ticket offices, waiting areas, WiFi, ATMs, left-luggage storage and toilets including adapted toilets. All areas are easily accessible to passengers with limited mobility.
Which train companies travel from Geneva to Birmingham?
Trains from Geneva to London are operated by either SNCF in conjunction with inOui and Eurostar or TGV Lyria with Eurostar. Services from London to Birmingham are run by Avanti or West Midlands Railway.
SNCF + inOui + Eurostar Geneva to London
SNCF in conjunction with inOui and Eurostar operates up to three departures a day with journey times of between eight hours and eight hours 30 minutes. These require connections at Lyons and Paris or Lyons and Marne-la-Vallée-Chessy.
TGV Lyria + Eurostar Geneva to London
There are up to four daily departures operated by TGV Lyria and Eurostar. These take from seven hours 45 minutes to eight hours 30 minutes with one connection en route made at Paris or Lille.
Avanti London to Birmingham
Avanti (formerly Virgin) trains depart throughout the day with up to three services an hour and journey times of just under one hour 30 minutes. All departures are direct, start in the early morning and continue until late at night.
West Midlands Railway London to Birmingham
Direct services operated by West Midlands Railway take between two hours and two hours 30 minutes and run throughout the day with up to three departures an hour.
Geneva to London Trains: Services on board
All trains on the route from Geneva to London offer a choice of ticket classes and the option to reserve individual seats. There is plenty of luggage space in every carriage. There are no luggage limits, but passengers must be able to board and disembark with their own suitcases. Bicycles can be taken on board. There is a charge for this on some parts of the route. Certified service animals can travel from Geneva to Birmingham and all trains have wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets.
How do I find cheap train tickets from Geneva to Birmingham?
To find cheap train tickets from Geneva to Birmingham book online in advance. Save money as well by being flexible with departure dates and times as well as with the route taken.
FAQs: Geneva to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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 Geneva to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £401, while the average price tends to be around £401.
The train from Geneva to Birmingham takes 8h 58m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Geneva to Birmingham is 908 km.
The first train from Geneva to Birmingham leaves at 7:29.
The last train from Geneva to Birmingham departs at 7:29.
Trains from Geneva to Birmingham run approximately 1 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Geneva to Birmingham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Geneva to Birmingham.
To get from Geneva to Birmingham, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Geneva to Birmingham.
The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Birmingham is by flight, costing approximately £20.
Booking trains from Geneva 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 Geneva to Birmingham offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Swiss Alps and the French countryside, providing a visually appealing experience before reaching the urban settings in the UK.
A day trip from Geneva to Birmingham is not feasible as the journey takes 8h 58m. The distance is 908 km, with a frequency of 6 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 Geneva to Birmingham.
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