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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
7
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 £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
To travel from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) you need to make at least one change.
Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston+
Y8088614:232h51London Charing Cross (CHX)17:14Birmingham New Street (BHM)£201One-way1 change- Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston+Y8089114:502h55London Charing Cross (CHX)17:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)£221One-way1 change
- Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston+C18017 · Y8087914:132h31London Charing Cross (CHX)16:44Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Charing Cross to London Marylebone+
L37706+
G0071814:342h44London Charing Cross (CHX)17:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)£481One-way2 changes - Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston+
W3428914:071h49London Charing Cross (CHX)15:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)£521One-way1 change
- Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston+W3428914:071h49London Charing Cross (CHX)15:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)£521One-way1 change
- Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston+W3393814:371h50London Charing Cross (CHX)16:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£751One-way1 change
- Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston+W3428715:031h53London Charing Cross (CHX)16:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)£751One-way1 change
- Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston+C18017 · Y8087914:132h31London Charing Cross (CHX)16:44Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Charing Cross to London Marylebone+L37706+G0071814:342h44London Charing Cross (CHX)17:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)£481One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Charing Cross (CHX) 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 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 162 km
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2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34289+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston | 14:07 London Charing Cross (CHX) | 1h49 | 15:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| C18017 · Y80879+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston | 14:13 London Charing Cross (CHX) | 2h31 | 16:44 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| Y80886+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston | 14:23 London Charing Cross (CHX) | 2h51 | 17:14 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| L37706+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Marylebone+G00718 | 14:34 London Charing Cross (CHX) | 2h44 | 17:18 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| W33938+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston | 14:37 London Charing Cross (CHX) | 1h50 | 16:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| Y80891+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston | 14:50 London Charing Cross (CHX) | 2h55 | 17:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| W34287+Tube from London Charing Cross to London Euston | 15:03 London Charing Cross (CHX) | 1h53 | 16:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 14:50. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 4:39 |
Last train 14:50 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between London Charing Cross (CHX) 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: 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.
popular train stations
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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