Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£13

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£30

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

1 h 35 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

1 h 35 m

Trains on 20 Sept

17

Distance

118 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) 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 South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.

Fast trains

On Sun 20 Sept, we found 17 trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), including 11 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.

  • West Midlands TrainsC16979
    20:431h35
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    22:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsC16975
    19:431h35
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    21:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsC16971
    18:431h35
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    20:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsC16966
    17:431h35
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    19:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsC16961
    16:431h35
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    18:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £191One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £31.

Distance: 118 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£31

Average Price

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£48

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 27m

Average total duration

2h 57m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 54m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is a coach with an average price of £20.

This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):

A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average £31.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 29m.

Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 25m faster (1h 29m by train vs 1h 54m by car) and roughly £17 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£31 vs £48). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with West Midlands Trains.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
West Midlands TrainsC16933
On time
10:43 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h37
12:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW33757 · W33599+CrossCountryW29870
On time
10:54 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h39
12:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 changes
West Midlands TrainsC16935
On time
11:24 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h24
12:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16938
On time
11:43 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h37
13:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW33430 · W33471+CrossCountryW29876
On time
11:54 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h39
13:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 changes
West Midlands TrainsC16940
On time
12:24 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h24
13:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16943
On time
12:43 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h37
14:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW33688 · W33459+CrossCountryW29881
On time
12:54 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h39
14:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 changes
West Midlands TrainsC1694513:24 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h24
14:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC1694813:43 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h37
15:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW33748 · W33447+CrossCountryG01149
On time
13:54 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h39
15:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 changes
West Midlands TrainsC16950
On time
14:24 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h24
15:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16953
On time
14:43 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h37
16:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW33747 · W33433+CrossCountryW29893
On time
14:54 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h39
16:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 changes
West Midlands TrainsC16955
On time
15:24 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h24
16:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16958
On time
15:43 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h37
17:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW33429 · W33731+CrossCountryG01157
On time
15:54 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h39
17:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 changes
West Midlands TrainsC16960
On time
16:24 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h24
17:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16963
On time
16:43 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h37
18:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW33737 · W33714+CrossCountryW29906
On time
16:54 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h39
18:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 changes
West Midlands TrainsC16965
On time
17:24 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h24
18:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16968
On time
17:43 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h37
19:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16970
On time
18:24 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h24
19:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16973
On time
18:43 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h37
20:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16974
On time
19:24 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h24
20:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16977
On time
19:43 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h37
21:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16978
On time
20:24 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h24
21:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16981
On time
20:43 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h37
22:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC17893
On time
21:24 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h27
22:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16804
On time
21:43 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
1h37
23:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains with Omio?

CrossCountry as well as West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).

Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

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Trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:24, the last at 17:43. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 1h 15m.

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 £9
Distance
118 km
Average train duration
1h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 15m
First train
7:24
Last train
17:43
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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 £9

Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£42
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£13
West Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
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
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

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
1h 21m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£42
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 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

FAQs: Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £31.
The train journey from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) covers a distance of 118 km and takes approximately 1h 15m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is 118 km.
The first train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 7:24.
The last train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) departs at 17:43.
Trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Yes, there is a direct train between Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Birmingham New Street (BHM). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains.
To get from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Liverpool South Parkway to Birmingham New Street offers views of the English countryside and urban landscapes, but it is not particularly known for being scenic compared to more picturesque routes in the UK.
Yes, a day trip from Liverpool South Parkway to Birmingham New Street is feasible. The journey takes 1h 15m and covers 118 km. There are 7 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Most Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in Birmingham
Liverpool South ParkwayLiverpool South Parkway station, Holly Farm Road, Garston, Merseyside, L19 5NE+44 1515551111WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre

Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Warrington Central, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Oxford Road, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Piccadilly · 9m · £3 · every ~4 min
Liverpool Central - Hunts Cross, Ormskirk - Hunts Cross, Sandhills - Hunts Cross · 12m · £5 · every ~7 min
Bus82 · 31m · £4 · every ~19 min
80A, 80 · 35m · £2 · every ~12 min
86A, 80A, 80 · 37m · £4 · every ~37 min

Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services

Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. 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 South Parkway: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: 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” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.

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