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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Museum and art gallery in central Birmingham with major collections spanning fine art, archaeology and social history within easy reach of Shirley.
Take a train from Oldbury to Shirley and enjoy the approximately 17 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 09:20, the last at 22:38.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 38m |
First train 9:20 |
Last train 22:38 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oldbury to Shirley 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 Shirley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oldbury to Shirley trains use the Langley Green to Shirley station pair. Use this guide to compare Oldbury and Shirley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Langley Green is 1 km from Oldbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Langley Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Langley Green.
Ticket office support is available at Langley 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.
Available at Langley Green: Parking.
Available at Langley Green: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Langley Green: 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 no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Shirley is 1 km from Shirley city centre. Public transport options include:
Shirley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Shirley.
Ticket office support is available at Shirley. 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.
Available at Shirley: Parking, WC.
Available at Shirley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Shirley: 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.