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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£148
Average price
£148
Fastest journey
4 h 27 m
Average duration
4 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
235 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham will cost around £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £148.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Stockton-on-Tees for Birmingham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 235 km distance in an average of 4 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 27 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.
10:374h27
Stockton-on-Tees15:04Birmingham
£1481One-way
0 changes
10:374h27
Stockton-on-Tees15:04Birmingham
£1481One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 235 km
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£97 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:35
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:47 Stockton-on-Tees | 3h40 | 14:27 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 19:36. The fastest train covers the 235 km distance in 3h 27m.
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 £17
Distance 235 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 19:36 |
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 £17
Train companies: first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham trainsfirst_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Stockton-on-Tees and Birmingham from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 49m
Cheapest Price
£197
Northern Rail (3) frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 56m
Cheapest Price
£160
first_transpennine_express frequency
3 a day
Grand Central Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 41m
Cheapest Price
£157
Grand Central Trains frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockton-on-Tees 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.
To get from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
To explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, and enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Discover the city's history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Don't miss the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring for shopping and dining.
The train journey from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham travels through diverse landscapes, including the rolling hills of County Durham and the scenic countryside of the Midlands, offering pleasant views, especially during the daylight hours.
The train distance from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham is 235 km.
The train journey from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham covers a distance of 235 km and takes approximately 3h 27m. Trains run 5 per day.
Booking trains from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham leaves at 5:40.
The cost of a train ticket from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £97.
The last train from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham departs at 19:36.
The cheapest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham is by coach, costing approximately £17.
Trains from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham run approximately 5 times per day.
The train station in Stockton-on-Tees that goes to Birmingham is Stockton (STK), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham.
Yes, you can take the train from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham.
There is no night train service from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham.
A day trip from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 27m. Trains run 5 times per day over a distance of 235 km.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stockton-on-Tees and Birmingham
Stockton-on-Tees
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Stockton-on-Tees is Stockton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stockton for your trip from Stockton-on-Tees to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. Step free access to both platforms via ramped footbridge. No problems to get on to the Middlesbrough bound platform as level access.
- 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
Public transport options for Stockton
- Onward travel information: None close by. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the main road at the bottom of the station access road.
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your journey to Birmingham from Stockton-on-Tees.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 19:00 Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 21:00 Sunday 09:30 - 16:00
Distance to city center
7 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- 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 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. All toilet facilities are available: Monday - Thursday 06:00-19:00, Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-21:00 and Sunday 09:30-16:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Kings Norton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect you from: For services in both directions - the public bus stops outside the station on Pershore Road South.
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