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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) you need to make at least one change.
C17953 · Y80791+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston6:182h26London Kings Cross (KGX)8:44Birmingham New Street (BHM)£321One-way2 changes
W34144+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston6:081h52London Kings Cross (KGX)8:00Birmingham New Street (BHM)£751One-way1 change- C01369+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston6:511h57London Kings Cross (KGX)8:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)£751One-way1 change
- W34105+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston6:451h42London Kings Cross (KGX)8:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£811One-way1 change
- W34021+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+
G009526:481h57London Kings Cross (KGX)8:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1141One-way2 changes
- W34105+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston6:451h42London Kings Cross (KGX)8:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£811One-way1 change
- W34144+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston6:081h52London Kings Cross (KGX)8:00Birmingham New Street (BHM)£751One-way1 change
- C01369+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston6:511h57London Kings Cross (KGX)8:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)£751One-way1 change
- W34021+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+G009526:481h57London Kings Cross (KGX)8:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1141One-way2 changes
- C17953 · Y80791+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston6:182h26London Kings Cross (KGX)8:44Birmingham New Street (BHM)£321One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 161 km
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Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+W34144 | 6:08 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h52 | 8:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+C17953 · Y80791 | 6:18 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h26 | 8:44 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+W34105 | 6:45 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h42 | 8:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| W34021+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston+G00952 | 6:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h57 | 8:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| C01369+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Euston | 6:51 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h57 | 8:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 20:31. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 161 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 4:42 |
Last train 20:31 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most London Kings Cross (KGX) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the London Euston to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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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