Horsham to Birmingham train with Avanti West Coast

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Horsham to Birmingham

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Trains from Horsham to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 2h 24m.

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
Coach from £8
Distance
191 km
Average train duration
2h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
£53
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 24m
First train
5:15
Last train
23:22
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
70 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8

Live departures

Horsham to Birmingham train times

The table below shows live departures for Horsham to Birmingham trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Southern19:20 Horsham
2h36
21:56 Birmingham2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Horsham to Birmingham trains with Omio?

Chiltern Railways as well as Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Horsham to Birmingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Horsham to Birmingham.

Why book with Omio vs Chiltern Railways?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Chiltern Railways, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Horsham to Birmingham.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Chiltern Railways with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Horsham to Birmingham.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Horsham to Birmingham.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Horsham to Birmingham.

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways from Horsham to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Horsham and Birmingham from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£53
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom. Check the different ticket types for your next journey: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Chiltern Railways Duration
3h 17m
Cheapest Chiltern Railways Price
£94
Chiltern Railways frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
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
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone

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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.

FAQs: Horsham to Birmingham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horsham 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Horsham to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £53, while the average price tends to be around £68.
The train journey from Horsham to Birmingham covers a distance of 191 km and takes approximately 2h 24m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Horsham to Birmingham is 191 km.
The first train from Horsham to Birmingham leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Horsham to Birmingham departs at 23:22.
Trains from Horsham to Birmingham run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Horsham to Birmingham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Horsham to Birmingham.
There is no night train service from Horsham to Birmingham.
The train station in Horsham that goes to Birmingham is Horsham station (HRH), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Booking trains from Horsham 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 Horsham to Birmingham offers varied scenery, transitioning from the picturesque countryside of West Sussex and Surrey to urban landscapes as you approach Birmingham. While not renowned for dramatic views, the journey includes pleasant rural vistas and glimpses of England's charming towns.
Yes, you can take the train from Horsham to Birmingham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Horsham and Birmingham

Most Horsham to Birmingham trains use the Horsham to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Horsham and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Horsham
Arrival train stations in Birmingham

Which Horsham station do trains to Birmingham leave from?

Trains from Horsham to Birmingham leave from Horsham. The station is 1 km from Horsham city centre at Horsham station, North Street, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1RD.
HorshamHorsham station, North Street, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1RDWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Horsham from Horsham city centre

Bus61, 23, 200, 65, 98, 398, 93, 23X · 3m · £2 · every ~27 min

Horsham train station facilities and services

Horsham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Horsham.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Horsham. ATMs are available at Horsham.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Horsham.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Horsham: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Horsham: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Horsham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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