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21:240h54Great Malvern22:18Birmingham£161One-way0 changes
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Great Malvern to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Great Malvern to Birmingham trains for today, Monday 3 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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| C17047 | On time 8:12 Great Malvern station (GMV) | 0h57 | 9:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17049 | On time 8:42 Great Malvern station (GMV) | 0h54 | 9:36 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
 G01062+ W35362 | Delayed 8:26 8:56Great Malvern station (GMV) | 0h58 | 9:54 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| C17050 | On time 9:12 Great Malvern station (GMV) | 0h57 | 10:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01064+W35365 | Delayed 9:26 9:56Great Malvern station (GMV) | 0h59 | 10:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| C17053 | On time 10:12 Great Malvern station (GMV) | 0h57 | 11:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Great Malvern to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Great Malvern to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 22:21. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 54m.
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
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 22:21 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 5 days |
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
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Great Malvern to Birmingham trainsWest Midlands Trains, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Great Malvern and Birmingham from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
54m
Cheapest Price
£16
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 38m
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
3 a day
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Things to do in Birmingham
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- Must visit
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
Science museum with interactive galleries on industry, transport and invention, making it a strong family-friendly visit.
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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: Great Malvern to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Great Malvern 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 Great Malvern to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Great Malvern to Birmingham covers a distance of 50 km and takes approximately 54m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Great Malvern to Birmingham is 50 km.
The first train from Great Malvern to Birmingham leaves at 5:34.
The last train from Great Malvern to Birmingham departs at 22:21.
Trains from Great Malvern to Birmingham run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Great Malvern to Birmingham.
Yes, there is a direct train between Great Malvern and Birmingham. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains.
To travel from Great Malvern to Birmingham, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Great Malvern to Birmingham.
The train station in Great Malvern that goes to Birmingham is Great Malvern station (GMV), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The cheapest way to get from Great Malvern to Birmingham is by train, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Great Malvern 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 Great Malvern to Birmingham offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque Malvern Hills and the rolling countryside of Worcestershire, providing passengers with glimpses of charming landscapes before reaching the urban setting of Birmingham.
Yes, a day trip from Great Malvern to Birmingham is feasible. The journey takes 54m, covers 50 km, and trains run 3 times per day.
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 Great Malvern to Birmingham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Great Malvern and Birmingham
Most Great Malvern to Birmingham trains use the Great Malvern to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Great Malvern and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Great Malvern
Arrival train stations in Birmingham
Which Great Malvern station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Trains from Great Malvern to Birmingham leave from Great Malvern. The station is 1 km from Great Malvern city centre at Great Malvern station, Station Approach, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 3AL.
Great MalvernGreat Malvern station, Station Approach, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 3AL+44 3301235247
City-centre transport
Getting to Great Malvern from Great Malvern city centre
BusS42, 42 · 1m
Great Malvern train station facilities and services
Great Malvern has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Great Malvern.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Great Malvern. 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 Great Malvern: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Great Malvern: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Great Malvern: 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Birmingham New StreetStation Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Bus16 · 7m · £2 · every ~27 min
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.
Birmingham InternationalBirmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRugeley Trent Valley - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - Coventry, Birmingham New Street - Northampton, Walsall - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Milton Keynes Central, Birmingham New Street - Rugby, Liverpool Lime Street - Coventry, Wolverhampton - Birmingham International, Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham International · 9m · £4 · every ~8 min
BusX1 · 39m · £4 · every ~23 min
X1 · 40m · £4 · every ~23 min
17A · 53m · £4 · every ~19 min
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.
UniversityUniversity station, University Road West, Edgbaston, West Midlands, B15 2FB+44 333 311 0039
City-centre transport
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainFour Oaks - Redditch, Lichfield Trent Valley High Level - Bromsgrove, Birmingham New Street - Hereford, Lichfield Trent Valley High Level - Redditch, Birmingham New Street - Worcester Shrub Hill, Birmingham New Street - Bromsgrove, Birmingham New Street - Worcester Foregate Street, Lichfield Trent Valley High Level - Longbridge, Birmingham New Street - Redditch, Birmingham New Street - Great Malvern · 7m · £2 · every ~10 min
BusX21, X22, X20 · 18m · £2 · every ~51 min
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. 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 University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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 ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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