The cheapest and fastest trains from Stamford station (SMD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stamford station (SMD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stamford station (SMD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 3 trains that leave Stamford station (SMD) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 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.
20:071h31Stamford station (SMD)21:38Birmingham New Street (BHM)£131One-way0 changes
21:131h31Stamford station (SMD)22:44Birmingham New Street (BHM)£131One-way0 changes
8:071h31Stamford station (SMD)9:38Birmingham New Street (BHM)£151One-way0 changes
8:071h31Stamford station (SMD)9:38Birmingham New Street (BHM)£151One-way0 changes
20:071h31Stamford station (SMD)21:38Birmingham New Street (BHM)£131One-way0 changes
21:131h31Stamford station (SMD)22:44Birmingham New Street (BHM)£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stamford station (SMD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stamford station (SMD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 98 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stamford station (SMD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stamford station (SMD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00950 | On time 6:23 Stamford station (SMD) | 1h36 | 7:59 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00952 | On time 7:07 Stamford station (SMD) | 1h38 | 8:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00955 | On time 8:07 Stamford station (SMD) | 1h31 | 9:38 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00956 | On time 9:07 Stamford station (SMD) | 1h31 | 10:38 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00959 | On time 10:07 Stamford station (SMD) | 1h31 | 11:38 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00960 | On time 11:07 Stamford station (SMD) | 1h31 | 12:38 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00964 | On time 12:07 Stamford station (SMD) | 1h31 | 13:38 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stamford station (SMD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Stamford station (SMD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 20:07 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Stamford station (SMD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Stamford station (SMD) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stamford station (SMD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stamford station (SMD) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stamford station (SMD) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Stamford station (SMD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Stamford to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Stamford station (SMD) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Stamford from Stamford city centre
Stamford train station facilities and services
Stamford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stamford.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stamford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stamford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stamford: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C. Level access from car park to Peterborough bound platform. Footbridge only to Leicester bound platform (i.e. no step free access). Barrow crossing restricted times therefore Stamford to Leicester passengers to travel via Peterborough and return back. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: White Knight 01733 555584, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
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.
