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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £14
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £18
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 1 h 49 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 2 h 5 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Charing Cross (CHX) 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 London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
To travel from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) you need to make at least one change.
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Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston12:23 2h51 London Charing Cross (CHX) 15:14 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £14 1 One-way 1 change- Y80867+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston
12:50 2h54 London Charing Cross (CHX) 15:44 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £14 1 One-way 1 change 
W34214+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston12:43 2h05 London Charing Cross (CHX) 14:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £18 1 One-way 1 change- W34208+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston
12:37 1h50 London Charing Cross (CHX) 14:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £18 1 One-way 1 change - W34290+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston
12:07 1h49 London Charing Cross (CHX) 13:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £22 1 One-way 1 change
- W34290+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston
12:07 1h49 London Charing Cross (CHX) 13:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £22 1 One-way 1 change - W34208+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston
12:37 1h50 London Charing Cross (CHX) 14:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £18 1 One-way 1 change - W34292+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston
13:07 1h50 London Charing Cross (CHX) 14:57 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £22 1 One-way 1 change - W34214+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston
12:43 2h05 London Charing Cross (CHX) 14:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £18 1 One-way 1 change - Y80862+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston
12:23 2h51 London Charing Cross (CHX) 15:14 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £14 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 09:13. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 5:38 |
Last train 9:13 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Frequently asked questions about your London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London Charing Cross (CHX) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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FAQs: London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Charing Cross (CHX) 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 London Charing Cross (CHX) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the London Euston to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London Charing Cross (CHX) 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 London Charing Cross from London city centre
London Charing Cross train station facilities and services
London Charing Cross has practical services for this route, including 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 London Charing Cross.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at London Charing Cross.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Charing Cross. Information desks are information available from staff: 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 London Charing Cross: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Charing Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Charing Cross: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Yes, the station is all on one level and all platforms are reachable by disabled passengers, Accessible public telephones: On the central passage in the main concourse, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On the concourse in front of the ticket office, 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.
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