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Transport Museum Wythall
Volunteer-run transport museum with preserved buses, coaches and memorabilia, offering a niche look at regional road passenger history.
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gerrards Cross to Solihull is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gerrards Cross to Solihull will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 1 trains that leave Gerrards Cross for Solihull every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gerrards Cross to Solihull 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 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 125 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Gerrards Cross to Solihull trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:02 Gerrards Cross | 2h17 | 11:19 Solihull | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Gerrards Cross to Solihull run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 22:48 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gerrards Cross to Solihull 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 Solihull, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gerrards Cross to Solihull trains use the Gerrards Cross to Solihull station pair, with some services arriving at Widney Manor. Use this guide to compare Gerrards Cross and Solihull train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gerrards Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Gerrards Cross.
Wi-Fi is available at Gerrards Cross.
Ticket office support is available at Gerrards Cross.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gerrards Cross: Parking, WC.
Available at Gerrards Cross: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gerrards Cross: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category B1: step free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, 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: Yes.
Solihull 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 and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Solihull.
Wi-Fi is available at Solihull. ATMs are available at Solihull.
Ticket office support is available at Solihull. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Solihull: Parking, WC.
Available at Solihull: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Solihull: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, 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: Yes.
Widney Manor is 2 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
Widney Manor has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Widney Manor.
Ticket office support is available at Widney Manor. 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.
Available at Widney Manor: Parking.
Available at Widney Manor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Widney Manor: 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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