The cheapest and fastest trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 4 trains that leave London St Pancras International (STP) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 55 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London St Pancras International (STP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London St Pancras International (STP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 161 km
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Live departures
London St Pancras International (STP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for London St Pancras International (STP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:36 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h38 | 10:14 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:03 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h41 | 15:44 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:03 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h42 | 16:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 161 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 05:18 |
Last train 22:05 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways from London St Pancras International (STP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between London St Pancras International (STP) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £6. 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 St Pancras International (STP) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
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