4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Solihull to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Solihull to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Solihull to Birmingham will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 6 trains that leave Solihull for Birmingham every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.
L2296410:410h15Solihull station (SOL)10:56Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)£41One-way0 changes- L2287310:110h15Solihull station (SOL)10:26Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)£41One-way0 changes
- L1229911:110h15Solihull station (SOL)11:26Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)£41One-way0 changes
L3738310:550h10Solihull station (SOL)11:05Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)£41One-way0 changes- L3781311:240h09Solihull station (SOL)11:33Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)£41One-way0 changes
- L3781311:240h09Solihull station (SOL)11:33Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)£41One-way0 changes
- L3738310:550h10Solihull station (SOL)11:05Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)£41One-way0 changes
- L3744610:340h10Solihull station (SOL)10:44Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)£41One-way0 changes
- L2296410:410h15Solihull station (SOL)10:56Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)£41One-way0 changes
- L2287310:110h15Solihull station (SOL)10:26Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Solihull to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Solihull to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 11 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£5 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Solihull to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Solihull to Birmingham trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y81026 | On time 9:05 Solihull station (SOL) | 0h12 | 9:17 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81059 | On time 9:35 Solihull station (SOL) | 0h14 | 9:49 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L38474 | On time 10:01 Solihull station (SOL) | 0h09 | 10:10 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70237 | On time 10:35 Solihull station (SOL) | 0h12 | 10:47 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L38475 | On time 11:01 Solihull station (SOL) | 0h09 | 11:10 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70238 | On time 11:35 Solihull station (SOL) | 0h12 | 11:47 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Solihull to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Solihull to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 9m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 0:25 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
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FAQs: Solihull to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solihull 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Solihull and Birmingham
Most Solihull to Birmingham trains use the Solihull to Birmingham Moor Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Snow Hill. Use this guide to compare Solihull and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Solihull station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Solihull from Solihull city centre
Solihull train station facilities and services
Solihull has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Solihull.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Solihull. ATMs are available at Solihull.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Solihull. Information desks are information available from staff: 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 Solihull: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Solihull: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Solihull: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Olton from Solihull city centre
Olton is 3 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
Olton train station facilities and services
Olton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Olton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Olton. 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Olton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Olton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Olton: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Widney Manor from Solihull city centre
Widney Manor is 2 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
Widney Manor train station facilities and services
Widney Manor has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Widney Manor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Widney Manor. 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Widney Manor: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Widney Manor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Widney Manor: 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 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.
Which Birmingham station do trains from Solihull arrive at?
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
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.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Small Heath from Birmingham city centre
Small Heath is 3 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Small Heath train station facilities and services
Small Heath has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Small Heath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Small Heath. 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Small Heath: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Small Heath: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Small Heath: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, 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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