Huntingdon to Birmingham train

Sat 10 Oct
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Thameslink
Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Huntingdon to Birmingham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Oct

Cheapest price on 10 Oct

£68

Average ticket price on 10 Oct

£77

Fastest journey on 10 Oct

2 h 16 m

Average journey duration on 10 Oct

2 h 17 m

Trains on 10 Oct

8

Distance

117 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Huntingdon to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Huntingdon to Birmingham will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.

Fast trains

To travel from Huntingdon to Birmingham you need to make at least one change.

  • ThameslinkW45666+Avanti West CoastW33795+TubeTube from Finsbury Park to London Euston
    11:403h09
    Huntingdon station (HUN)
    14:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £681One-way
    2 changes
  • ThameslinkW45671+Avanti West CoastW33797+TubeTube from Finsbury Park to London Euston
    10:403h08
    Huntingdon station (HUN)
    13:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £761One-way
    2 changes
  • CrossCountryG00961+ThameslinkW45653
    10:202h18
    Huntingdon station (HUN)
    12:38Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £781One-way
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG00958+ThameslinkW45678
    9:202h18
    Huntingdon station (HUN)
    11:38Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £781One-way
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG00957+ThameslinkW45705
    8:202h18
    Huntingdon station (HUN)
    10:38Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £781One-way
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Huntingdon to Birmingham

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Take a train from Huntingdon to Birmingham and enjoy the approximately 117 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 21:20.

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
117 km
First train
4:26
Last train
21:20
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
49 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

Live departures

Huntingdon to Birmingham train times

The table below shows live departures for Huntingdon to Birmingham trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountry19:20 Huntingdon
2h18
21:38 Birmingham0 changesdirect
Avanti West Coast20:40 Huntingdon
3h53
0:33 Birmingham0 changesdirect
Saturday 10 October
CrossCountryG00953+ThameslinkG887206:11 Huntingdon station (HUN)
2h27
8:38 Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 change
CrossCountryG00954+ThameslinkG887337:22 Huntingdon station (HUN)
2h16
9:38 Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 change
CrossCountryG00957+ThameslinkW457058:20 Huntingdon station (HUN)
2h18
10:38 Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 change
CrossCountryG00958+ThameslinkW456789:20 Huntingdon station (HUN)
2h18
11:38 Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 change
CrossCountryG00961+ThameslinkW4565310:20 Huntingdon station (HUN)
2h18
12:38 Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33797+ThameslinkW45671+TubeTube from Finsbury Park to London Euston10:40 Huntingdon station (HUN)
3h08
13:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)2 changes
CrossCountryG00962+ThameslinkW4570811:22 Huntingdon station (HUN)
2h16
13:38 Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 change
ThameslinkW45666+Avanti West CoastW33795+TubeTube from Finsbury Park to London Euston11:40 Huntingdon station (HUN)
3h09
14:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM)2 changes

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Train companies: Thameslink from Huntingdon to Birmingham trainsThameslink trains will get you between Huntingdon and Birmingham. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£108
Thameslink frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

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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: Huntingdon to Birmingham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Huntingdon 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 train distance from Huntingdon to Birmingham is 117 km.
The first train from Huntingdon to Birmingham leaves at 4:26.
The last train from Huntingdon to Birmingham departs at 21:20.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Huntingdon to Birmingham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Huntingdon to Birmingham.
There is no night train service from Huntingdon to Birmingham.
The train station in Huntingdon that goes to Birmingham is Huntingdon station (HUN), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Booking trains from Huntingdon 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 Huntingdon to Birmingham offers a mix of urban and countryside views, passing through picturesque villages and stretches of rural landscape, particularly as it weaves through the Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire countryside. While not considered one of the most scenic routes in the UK, it provides a pleasant experience with glimpses of traditional British scenery.
Yes, you can take the train from Huntingdon to Birmingham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Huntingdon and Birmingham

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

Departure train stations in Huntingdon
Arrival train stations in Birmingham

Which Huntingdon station do trains to Birmingham leave from?

Trains from Huntingdon to Birmingham leave from Huntingdon. The station is from Huntingdon city centre at Huntingdon station, Brampton Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE29 3BP.
HuntingdonHuntingdon station, Brampton Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE29 3BPWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Huntingdon from Huntingdon city centre

Bus904 · 3m · £2 · every ~1 min

Huntingdon train station facilities and services

Huntingdon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 Huntingdon.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

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

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Huntingdon.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Huntingdon: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Huntingdon: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Huntingdon: 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, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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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