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The cheapest and fastest trains from Princes Risborough to Birmingham
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£54
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
1 h 28 m
Trains on 23 Sept
5
Distance
111 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Princes Risborough to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Princes Risborough to Birmingham will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Fast trains
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 5 trains from Princes Risborough to Birmingham, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
6:371h28Princes Risborough8:05Birmingham£541One-way0 changes- 7:061h29Princes Risborough8:35Birmingham£541One-way0 changes
- 19:091h29Princes Risborough20:38Birmingham£541One-way0 changes
- 23:111h25Princes Risborough0:36Birmingham£541One-way0 changes
- 20:341h31Princes Risborough22:05Birmingham£571One-way1 change
- 23:111h25Princes Risborough0:36Birmingham£541One-way0 changes
- 6:371h28Princes Risborough8:05Birmingham£541One-way0 changes
- 7:061h29Princes Risborough8:35Birmingham£541One-way0 changes
- 19:091h29Princes Risborough20:38Birmingham£541One-way0 changes
- 20:341h31Princes Risborough22:05Birmingham£571One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Princes Risborough to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Princes Risborough to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £37, while a coach costs an average of £37.
Distance: 111 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Princes Risborough to Birmingham is a train with an average price of £37.
This is compared to other travel options from Princes Risborough to Birmingham:
A train is £0.13 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Princes Risborough to Birmingham costing on average £37.
The fastest way to travel from Princes Risborough to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 29m.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 27m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Princes Risborough and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (1h 29m by train vs 1h 40m by car). Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Chiltern Railways.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Princes Risborough to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Princes Risborough to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. 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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| 6:37 Princes Risborough | 1h28 | 8:05 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:06 Princes Risborough | 1h29 | 8:35 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Princes Risborough to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Princes Risborough to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 1h 23m.
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 £26
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 21:21 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 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 £26
Train companies: Chiltern Railways from Princes Risborough to Birmingham trainsChiltern Railways trains will get you between Princes Risborough and Birmingham from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Chiltern Railways
About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom. Check the different ticket types for your next journey: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Chiltern Railways Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Chiltern Railways Price
£37
Chiltern Railways frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
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
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone
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Average meal costs
- Budget
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- 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.
TfWM
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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: Princes Risborough to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Princes Risborough 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 Princes Risborough to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £37, while the average price tends to be around £37.
The train journey from Princes Risborough to Birmingham covers a distance of 111 km and takes approximately 1h 23m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Princes Risborough to Birmingham is 111 km.
The first train from Princes Risborough to Birmingham leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Princes Risborough to Birmingham departs at 21:21.
Trains from Princes Risborough to Birmingham run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Princes Risborough to Birmingham.
Yes, there is a direct train between Princes Risborough and Birmingham. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Chiltern Railways.
There is no night train service from Princes Risborough to Birmingham.
The train station in Princes Risborough that goes to Birmingham is Princes Risborough station (PRR), and it arrives at Birmingham Moor Street (BMO).
The cheapest way to get from Princes Risborough to Birmingham is by coach, costing approximately £26.
Booking trains from Princes Risborough 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 Princes Risborough to Birmingham offers some scenic views of the Chiltern Hills and picturesque countryside, particularly as you travel through the rolling landscapes of Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire before reaching the urban areas closer to Birmingham.
Yes, you can take the train from Princes Risborough to Birmingham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Princes Risborough and Birmingham
Most Princes Risborough to Birmingham trains use the Princes Risborough to Birmingham Moor Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham New Street. Use this guide to compare Princes Risborough and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Princes Risborough
Arrival train stations in Birmingham
Which Princes Risborough station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Trains from Princes Risborough to Birmingham leave from Princes Risborough. The station is 1 km from Princes Risborough city centre at Princes Risborough station, Station Approach, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 9DN.
Princes RisboroughPrinces Risborough station, Station Approach, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 9DN+44 3456005165
City-centre transport
Getting to Princes Risborough from Princes Risborough city centre
Princes Risborough is 1 km from Princes Risborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesAt station entrance.
Princes Risborough train station facilities and services
Princes Risborough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Princes Risborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Princes Risborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Princes Risborough. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Princes Risborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Princes Risborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Princes Risborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via a lift, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Birmingham station do trains from Princes Risborough arrive at?
Trains from Princes Risborough to Birmingham most often arrive at Birmingham Moor Street. Some services arrive at Birmingham New Street, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Birmingham arrival station.
Birmingham Moor StreetBirmingham Moor Street station, Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 7UL
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
TrainBirmingham Snow Hill - Whitlocks End, Birmingham Snow Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate Street - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Birmingham Moor Street, Worcester Foregate Street - Birmingham Moor Street, Worcester Shrub Hill - Dorridge, Stourbridge Junction - Dorridge, Birmingham Snow Hill - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Leamington Spa, Birmingham Snow Hill - Leamington Spa, Worcester Shrub Hill - Leamington Spa, Kidderminster - Stratford-upon-Avon, Kidderminster - Whitlocks End, Stourbridge Junction - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate Street - Whitlocks End · 2m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Bus16 · 13m · £2 · every ~27 min
TramMetro · 16m · every ~15 min
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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