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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 1 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grimsby Town (GMB) 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 Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) you need to make at least one change.
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W2993512:342h54Grimsby Town (GMB)15:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£361One-way1 change- W84686+W2988411:343h32Grimsby Town (GMB)15:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£361One-way1 change
- W84697+G0118613:342h54Grimsby Town (GMB)16:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£361One-way1 change
- W84680+G0118410:342h54Grimsby Town (GMB)13:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£431One-way1 change
- W84673+W298739:343h32Grimsby Town (GMB)13:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£591One-way1 change
- W84667+G011808:342h53Grimsby Town (GMB)11:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£591One-way1 change
- W84680+G0118410:342h54Grimsby Town (GMB)13:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£431One-way1 change
- W84692+W2993512:342h54Grimsby Town (GMB)15:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£361One-way1 change
- W84697+G0118613:342h54Grimsby Town (GMB)16:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£361One-way1 change
- W84673+W298739:343h32Grimsby Town (GMB)13:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£591One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £70.
Distance: 171 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£70 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A coach is £49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average £70.
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 55m.
Tickets start at around £70 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-27.72. The journey takes 2h 42m versus 2h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h58 | 9:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 3h32 | 10:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 7:20 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 3h35 | 10:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h54 | 14:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 2h54 | 15:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Trains from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 6:34 |
Last train 16:34 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Grimsby Town (GMB) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby Town (GMB) 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 Grimsby Town (GMB) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Grimsby Town (GMB) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Grimsby Town to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Grimsby Town (GMB) 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 Grimsby Town from Grimsby city centre
Grimsby Town train station facilities and services
Grimsby Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grimsby Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Grimsby Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grimsby Town.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grimsby Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grimsby Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grimsby Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, 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: No.
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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