The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) 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 Liverpool Central (LVC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) you need to make at least one change.
C16944+
G3089012:581h50Liverpool Central (LVC)14:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)£421One-way1 change
C16936+
G3087211:132h07Liverpool Central (LVC)13:20Birmingham New Street (BHM)£421One-way1 change
C16944+
G3089012:581h50Liverpool Central (LVC)14:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)£421One-way1 change
C16936+
G3087211:132h07Liverpool Central (LVC)13:20Birmingham New Street (BHM)£421One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 126 km
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2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool Central (LVC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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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C16936+ G30872 | Delayed 10:43 11:13Liverpool Central (LVC) | 2h07 | 13:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
C16951+ G30902 | Delayed 13:43 14:13Liverpool Central (LVC) | 2h07 | 16:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
C16959+ G30920 | Delayed 15:24 15:58Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1h50 | 17:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool Central (LVC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 18:13. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 6:13 |
Last train 18:13 |
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Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool Central (LVC) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool Central (LVC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Central (LVC) 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 Liverpool Central (LVC) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Liverpool Central (LVC) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Central (LVC) 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 Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, 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 Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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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