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Plymouth to Birmingham train

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Cheap train tickets from Plymouth to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 15 Dec

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Cross CountryC65963
12:273h22
Plymouth station (PLY)
15:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1751One-way
0 changes
Cheapest
Cross CountryP11706
13:003h18
Plymouth station (PLY)
16:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1751One-way
0 changes
Cheapest
Cross CountryC65961
11:273h22
Plymouth station (PLY)
14:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1751One-way
0 changes
Cheapest
Cross CountryC65959
10:273h22
Plymouth station (PLY)
13:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1751One-way
0 changes
Cheapest
Cross CountryP11700
12:003h18
Plymouth station (PLY)
15:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1751One-way
0 changes

Plymouth to Birmingham train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 15 December
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Cross Country
C65953
Cross CountryCross Country | C65953		09:27 Plymouth station (PLY)3h22 12:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesDirect
Cross Country
C65959
Cross CountryCross Country | C65959		10:27 Plymouth station (PLY)3h22 13:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesDirect
Cross Country
C65961
Cross CountryCross Country | C65961		11:27 Plymouth station (PLY)3h22 14:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesDirect
Cross Country
P11700
Cross CountryCross Country | P11700		12:00 Plymouth station (PLY)3h18 15:18 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesDirect
Cross Country
C65963
Cross CountryCross Country | C65963		12:27 Plymouth station (PLY)3h22 15:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesDirect
Cross Country
P11706
Cross CountryCross Country | P11706		13:00 Plymouth station (PLY)3h18 16:18 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesDirect

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Train times from Plymouth to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 15 Dec

Fastest Journey

3 h 18 m

Average

3 h 20 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

281 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Plymouth for Birmingham every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Cross CountryP11706
13:003h18
Plymouth station (PLY)
16:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1751One-way
0 changes
Fastest
Cross CountryP11700
12:003h18
Plymouth station (PLY)
15:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1751One-way
0 changes
Cross CountryC65963
12:273h22
Plymouth station (PLY)
15:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1751One-way
0 changes
Cross CountryC65961
11:273h22
Plymouth station (PLY)
14:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1751One-way
0 changes
Cross CountryC65959
10:273h22
Plymouth station (PLY)
13:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1751One-way
0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth to Birmingham

Trains from Plymouth to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £10 by bus.
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 £10
Distance
281 km
Average train duration
3h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£36
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Train providers
2
Fastest train
3h 18m
First train
05:00
Last train
22:12
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 £10

Train companies: CrossCountry and Great Western Rail trains Plymouth to Birmingham

Travel to Birmingham from Plymouth from £60 with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry and Great Western Rail! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to Birmingham from Plymouth. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Train information from Plymouth to Birmingham with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 18 min
  • Cheapest Price: £60
  • CrossCountry frequency: 10 a day

FAQs: Plymouth to Birmingham train

FAQs: Travel by train from Plymouth to Birmingham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Plymouth to Birmingham.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Plymouth to Birmingham can start from as little as £36 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Plymouth to Birmingham is £88; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Plymouth to Birmingham train time is 3 h 18 min   covering the 174 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Plymouth to Birmingham leaves at 05: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Plymouth to Birmingham leaves at 22: 12.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Plymouth to Birmingham without having to change trains with CrossCountry. There are 5 direct trains from Plymouth to Birmingham each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from Plymouth to Birmingham, you can count on CrossCountry, Great Western Rail or first_great_western for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Birmingham from Plymouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 12.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Plymouth, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Birmingham New Street, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Birmingham from Plymouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 18 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Plymouth to Birmingham by train is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Birmingham from Plymouth including taking a train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Birmingham

Plymouth
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Plymouth is Plymouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth for your trip from Plymouth to Birmingham.
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Amenities at train station
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
address
Address
Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Buffet City
  • Perillas
  • Theatre Royal Restaurant
  • World Peace Cafe
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
Hotel
Hotel
  • Plymouth Central
  • Premier Inn Plymouth Central
Public transport options for Plymouth
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your journey to Birmingham from Plymouth.
Birmingham New StreetWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket Office
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
address
Address
Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
Shopping
  • 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
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • All Bar One
  • Leon
  • Caffè Nero
  • Five Guys
  • Krispy Kreme
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Wasabi
  • Starbucks
  • Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
  • Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
  • Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
Lounge
  • 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
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
  • 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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