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Black Country Living Museum
Open-air museum with rebuilt historic streets, trams and industrial exhibits. A major introduction to Black Country life and work.
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Take a train from Shirley to Old Hill and enjoy the approximately 18 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 23:00.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
First train 6:29 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Open-air museum with rebuilt historic streets, trams and industrial exhibits. A major introduction to Black Country life and work.
Museum in a Victorian house presenting local social history, decorative arts and temporary exhibitions in a park setting.
Local history museum in a former Edwardian bath building, covering Wednesbury’s industries, schools and everyday life.
Hilltop open space with dramatic panoramas across the Black Country and Birmingham. Popular for walks, sunsets and local character.
Large country park with woods, lakes and walking trails. A dependable local favourite for nature, exercise and family outings.
Public park with open lawns, play space and sports facilities. Good for a relaxed break close to the town centre.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shirley to Old Hill 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 Old Hill, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Shirley to Old Hill trains use the Shirley to Old Hill station pair. Use this guide to compare Shirley and Old Hill train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Old Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bake 'n' Butty
Ticket office support is available at Old Hill. 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 Old Hill: Parking.
Available at Old Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, 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: No.
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