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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
1 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
2 h 32 m
Trains on 08 Sept
5
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI) will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 5 trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI), including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:082h18Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:26Birmingham International (BHI)£171One-way0 changes
7:332h12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:45Birmingham International (BHI)£251One-way0 changes- 4:384h07Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:45Birmingham International (BHI)£431One-way0 changes
- 13:432h13Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)15:56Birmingham International (BHI)£471One-way0 changes
- 6:041h52Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:56Birmingham International (BHI)£601One-way0 changes
- 6:041h52Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:56Birmingham International (BHI)£601One-way0 changes
- 7:332h12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:45Birmingham International (BHI)£251One-way0 changes
- 13:432h13Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)15:56Birmingham International (BHI)£471One-way0 changes
- 8:082h18Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:26Birmingham International (BHI)£171One-way0 changes
- 4:384h07Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:45Birmingham International (BHI)£431One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 136 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI):
A coach is £38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI) costing on average £46.
Other travel options to Birmingham International (BHI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 33m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 51m by train vs 1h 59m by car). Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £43 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:38 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h07 | 8:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h52 | 7:56 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h12 | 9:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h18 | 10:26 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h13 | 15:56 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 17:43. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 4:38 |
Last train 17:43 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Birmingham International (BHI) 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 Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI) 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 International (BHI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Birmingham International (BHI)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Birmingham International (BHI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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.
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