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The cheapest and fastest trains from Marston Green to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for 04 Aug
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
11 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marston Green to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marston Green to Birmingham will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Marston Green for Birmingham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.
19:240h15Marston Green19:39Birmingham£41One-way0 changes- 9:240h15Marston Green9:39Birmingham£51One-way0 changes
- 19:240h15Marston Green19:39Birmingham£41One-way0 changes
- 9:240h15Marston Green9:39Birmingham£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Marston Green to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marston Green to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 11 km
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Marston Green to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Marston Green to Birmingham trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:24 Marston Green | 0h15 | 9:39 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marston Green to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Marston Green to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 14m.
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 £3
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
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 £3
Train companies: West Midlands Trains from Marston Green to Birmingham trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Marston Green and Birmingham from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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 Duration
14m
Cheapest Price
£4
West Midlands Trains frequency
4 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
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Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
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Pen Museum
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Digbeth
Creative district with street art, independent shops and converted industrial buildings, popular for urban walks and photography.
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Jewellery Quarter
Historic quarter known for jewellery workshops, heritage trails, museums and distinctive Georgian and Victorian streetscapes.
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Brindleyplace
Waterside district of canals, bars and cultural venues, ideal for strolling, boat trips and seeing Birmingham's industrial past.
Balti
A Birmingham-born curry with spiced meat in rich tomato gravy. It reflects the city’s famed Balti Triangle and its South Asian culinary heritage.
Black Country faggots and peas
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Simpsons
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Anderson & Hill
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Shababs
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Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.50
- Day pass
- £7.60
To the city centre
Birmingham New Street -> Bullring, Birmingham
- Distance
- 0.7 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless and Swift Go are accepted on West Midlands Metro and on almost all buses in the West Midlands.
- Birmingham New Street is already central; many city-centre places are walkable, so check before buying a day ticket.
FAQs: Marston Green to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marston Green to Birmingham 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Marston Green to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Marston Green to Birmingham covers a distance of 11 km and takes approximately 14m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Marston Green to Birmingham is 11 km.
The first train from Marston Green to Birmingham leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Marston Green to Birmingham departs at 23:56.
Trains from Marston Green to Birmingham run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Marston Green to Birmingham.
Yes, there is a direct train between Marston Green and Birmingham. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.
To get from Marston Green to Birmingham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Marston Green to Birmingham.
The train station in Marston Green that goes to Birmingham is Birmingham International (BHI), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The cheapest way to get from Marston Green to Birmingham is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Marston Green to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Marston Green to Birmingham is relatively short and primarily urban, passing through residential and industrial areas, so it is not particularly scenic compared to countryside routes.
Yes, a day trip from Marston Green to Birmingham is possible, as the journey takes 14m and covers 11 km. Trains run frequently with a frequency of 3 per day.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, and enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Discover the city's history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Don't miss the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring for shopping and dining.
To explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Marston Green to Birmingham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marston Green and Birmingham
Most Marston Green to Birmingham trains use the Birmingham International to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Selly Oak. Use this guide to compare Marston Green and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Marston Green
Arrival train stations in Birmingham
Which Marston Green station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Trains from Marston Green to Birmingham leave from Birmingham International. The station is 12 km from Marston Green city centre at Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA.
Marston GreenMarston Green station, Holly Lane, Marston Green, West Midlands, B37 7AB
City-centre transport
Getting to Marston Green from Marston Green city centre
Bus72, 891 · 2m · £2 · every ~25 min
Marston Green train station facilities and services
Marston Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Marston Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marston Green. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marston Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Marston Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marston Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Birmingham New StreetStation Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Bus16 · 7m · £2 · every ~27 min
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.
Selly OakSelly Oak station, Bristol Road, Selly Oak, West Midlands, B29 6DW
City-centre transport
Getting to Selly Oak from Birmingham city centre
Selly Oak is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBirmingham New Street - Redditch, Birmingham New Street - Bromsgrove, Lichfield Trent Valley High Level - Redditch, Lichfield Trent Valley High Level - Longbridge, Lichfield Trent Valley High Level - Bromsgrove, Four Oaks - Redditch · 9m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
Bus63, 61 · 16m · £2 · every ~52 min
63, 61 · 18m · £2 · every ~52 min
Selly Oak train station facilities and services
Selly Oak has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Selly Oak.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Selly Oak. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Selly Oak: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Selly Oak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Selly Oak: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall and on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
StechfordStechford station, Victoria Road, Stechford, West Midlands, B33 8AJ+44 333 311 0039
City-centre transport
Getting to Stechford from Birmingham city centre
Stechford is 5 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBirmingham New Street - Northampton, Birmingham New Street - London Euston, Rugeley Trent Valley - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - Coventry, Birmingham New Street - Birmingham International, Liverpool Lime Street - Coventry, Wolverhampton - Birmingham International, Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - Rugby · 7m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus14 · 34m · £2 · every ~26 min
Stechford train station facilities and services
Stechford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stechford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stechford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stechford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Stechford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stechford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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