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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£157
Average price
£217
Fastest journey
8 h 17 m
Average duration
8 h 37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
575 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Birmingham will cost around £217 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £157.
To travel from Inverness to Birmingham you need to make at least one change.
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Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central8:429h24Inverness station (INV)18:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1571One-way2 changes- W34124+L88094 · W831698:428h24Inverness station (INV)17:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1621One-way2 changes
- L87050+W0058710:508h17Inverness station (INV)19:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2551One-way1 change
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G011889:428h44Inverness station (INV)18:26Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2551One-way2 changes - W34268+C1465512:488h18Inverness station (INV)21:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2551One-way1 change
- L87050+W0058710:508h17Inverness station (INV)19:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2551One-way1 change
- W34268+C1465512:488h18Inverness station (INV)21:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2551One-way1 change
- W34124+L88094 · W831698:428h24Inverness station (INV)17:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1621One-way2 changes
- C14653+C02014+G011889:428h44Inverness station (INV)18:26Birmingham New Street (BHM)£2551One-way2 changes
- L88094+C01365+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central8:429h24Inverness station (INV)18:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1571One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Inverness to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 575 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£185 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £317 Average Price |
8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Inverness to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Birmingham trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:35 Inverness | 8h31 | 14:06 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:42 Inverness | 8h44 | 17:26 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:50 Inverness | 8h17 | 19:07 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:48 Inverness | 8h18 | 20:06 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:50 Inverness | 8h17 | 23:07 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Inverness to Birmingham by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book Inverness to Birmingham trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Birmingham.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Inverness 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 CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Birmingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Inverness to Birmingham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Birmingham
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Trains from Inverness to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 575 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 575 km |
Average train duration 8h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 40m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 22:42 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail from Inverness to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail trains will get you between Inverness and Birmingham from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Inverness to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Inverness and Birmingham
Most Inverness to Birmingham trains use the Inverness to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Inverness from Inverness city centre
Inverness train station facilities and services
Inverness has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Inverness.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Inverness. ATMs are available at Inverness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Inverness. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Inverness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Inverness: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3, 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: Yes.
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.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Northfield from Birmingham city centre
Northfield is 9 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Northfield train station facilities and services
Northfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Northfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Northfield. 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 Northfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Northfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Northfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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