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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stevenage to Birmingham
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 14 Oct
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£47
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£65
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
2 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
3 h 1 m
Trains on 14 Oct
6
Distance
132 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stevenage to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stevenage to Birmingham will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Fast trains
On Wed 14 Oct, we found 6 trains from Stevenage to Birmingham, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 20 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.
8:452h53Stevenage11:38Birmingham£471One-way0 changes
4:243h24Stevenage7:48Birmingham£491One-way0 changes- 7:312h24Stevenage9:55Birmingham£701One-way0 changes
7:453h20Stevenage11:05Birmingham£741One-way0 changes- 6:523h13Stevenage10:05Birmingham£741One-way0 changes
- 7:312h24Stevenage9:55Birmingham£701One-way0 changes
- 8:452h53Stevenage11:38Birmingham£471One-way0 changes
- 6:523h13Stevenage10:05Birmingham£741One-way0 changes
- 7:203h13Stevenage10:33Birmingham£751One-way0 changes
- 7:453h20Stevenage11:05Birmingham£741One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stevenage to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stevenage to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:19, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 1h 48m.
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 £14
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 2:19 |
Last train 22:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £14
Live departures
Stevenage to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Stevenage to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:24 Stevenage | 3h24 | 7:48 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:52 Stevenage | 3h13 | 10:05 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:20 Stevenage | 3h13 | 10:33 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:31 Stevenage | 2h24 | 9:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:45 Stevenage | 3h20 | 11:05 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:45 Stevenage | 2h53 | 11:38 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry from Stevenage to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry trains will get you between Stevenage and Birmingham from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£47
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
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
2h 44m
Cheapest Chiltern Railways Price
£43
Chiltern Railways frequency
2 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
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 33m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£40
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
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- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
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- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
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- 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.
Trains from Stevenage to Birmingham
The UK's original New Town, Stevenage in Hertfordshire, has no direct rail links with the West Midlands metropolis of Birmingham, but business and leisure travellers can make the trip using frequent indirect connections. Rail journeys involve just one change en route, usually in London or Peterborough, and most journey times take a little over two hours. Connections to Birmingham operate from early morning throughout the day until mid evening.
Which train companies travel from Stevenage to Birmingham?
Route options for this journey include taking Great Northern or Thameslink services from Stevenage to London King's Cross before transferring to Virgin Trains departures from London Euston to Birmingham New Street. An alternative route uses London North Eastern Railway departures to Peterborough to connect with Cross Country Trains routes to Birmingham. Sunday routes can use Chiltern Railways departures from London Marylebone or West Midlands Railway services from Euston.
How long is the train from Stevenage to Birmingham?
The fastest connection on the 95-mile route from Stevenage to Birmingham is a Virgin Trains service via London, taking two hours and 17 minutes to reach the West Midlands city. Other connections take from five to 20 minutes longer to complete the trip although Sunday journeys from Stevenage to Birmingham can take in excess of three hours.
How many trains are there from Stevenage to Birmingham?
Connections on this route are very frequent on weekdays, with three to four services from Stevenage to Birmingham every hour for most of the day. The first train leaves Stevenage just before 7:00 a.m. with departures available until mid-evening. Sunday schedules offer less frequent services, with fewer early morning options and longer journey times.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Stevenage to Birmingham?
Departure train station: Stevenage Station is on the western edge of the town centre, with local bus services stopping opposite the entrance on Lytton Way. The station has cash points, a coffee shop, a newsagent, free WiFi and a taxi rank.
Arrival train station: The modernised Birmingham New Street Station is located in the heart of Birmingham, with public transport available from bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street. Passenger facilities at the station include snack bars, a supermarket, luggage storage, bakeries, coffee shops, restaurants, WiFi and taxi ranks.
FAQs: Stevenage to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stevenage 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 Stevenage to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £65.
The train journey from Stevenage to Birmingham covers a distance of 132 km and takes approximately 1h 48m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Stevenage to Birmingham is 132 km.
The first train from Stevenage to Birmingham leaves at 2:19.
The last train from Stevenage to Birmingham departs at 22:55.
Trains from Stevenage to Birmingham run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stevenage to Birmingham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stevenage to Birmingham.
There is no night train service from Stevenage to Birmingham.
The train station in Stevenage that goes to Birmingham is Stevenage station (SVG), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Booking trains from Stevenage 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 Stevenage to Birmingham offers a mix of urban and rural views, featuring glimpses of the English countryside, including fields and small towns, as well as more industrial and suburban landscapes as you approach Birmingham.
Yes, you can take the train from Stevenage to Birmingham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stevenage and Birmingham
Most Stevenage to Birmingham trains use the Stevenage to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Stevenage and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Stevenage
Arrival train stations in Birmingham
Which Stevenage station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Trains from Stevenage to Birmingham leave from Stevenage. The station is from Stevenage city centre at Stevenage station, Lytton Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 1XT.
StevenageStevenage station, Lytton Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 1XT+44 345 026 4700
Stevenage train station facilities and services
Stevenage has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stevenage.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stevenage. ATMs are available at Stevenage.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stevenage.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stevenage: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stevenage: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stevenage: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, 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.
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 · £1 · 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.
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