The cheapest and fastest trains from Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £98.
Distance: 120 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£99 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:06 Rainhill station (RNH) | 7h43 | 07:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
![]() | 05:59 Rainhill station (RNH) | 2h21 | 08:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:21 Rainhill station (RNH) | 2h35 | 08:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:31 Rainhill station (RNH) | 2h49 | 09:20 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:21 Rainhill station (RNH) | 2h35 | 09:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare West Midlands Trains with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £98 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 120 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 120 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £98 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Northern Trains Limited from Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Rainhill station (RNH) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Rainhill station (RNH) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rainhill station (RNH) 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.

