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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Museum and art gallery in central Birmingham with major collections spanning fine art, archaeology and social history within easy reach of Shirley.
Take a train from Henley-in-Arden to Shirley and enjoy the approximately 14 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:46, the last at 22:57.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
First train 6:46 |
Last train 22:57 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Henley-in-Arden to Shirley 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 Shirley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Henley-in-Arden to Shirley trains use the Henley-in-Arden to Shirley station pair. Use this guide to compare Henley-in-Arden and Shirley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Henley-in-Arden has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Henley-in-Arden.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Henley-in-Arden: Parking.
Available at Henley-in-Arden: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Henley-in-Arden: Staff help available: No, 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 accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shirley is 1 km from Shirley city centre. Public transport options include:
Shirley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Shirley.
Ticket office support is available at Shirley. 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 Shirley: Parking, WC.
Available at Shirley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Shirley: 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.
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