Telford to Birmingham International Airport train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Telford to Birmingham International Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£5

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£13

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

59 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h

Trains on 18 Sept

37

Distance

54 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Telford to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Telford to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 37 trains from Telford to Birmingham International Airport, including 16 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.

  • West Midlands TrainsW11248 · W70178
    20:261h39
    Telford Central (TFC)
    22:05Birmingham International (BHI)
    £51One-way
    1 change
  • West Midlands TrainsC16907 · W00205
    20:181h07
    Telford Central (TFC)
    21:25Birmingham International (BHI)
    £51One-way
    1 change
  • West Midlands TrainsW11255 · Y81092
    23:021h52
    Telford Central (TFC)
    0:54Birmingham International (BHI)
    £51One-way
    1 change
  • West Midlands TrainsW11253 · Y81088
    22:211h48
    Telford Central (TFC)
    0:09Birmingham International (BHI)
    £51One-way
    1 change
  • Transport for WalesW45244
    6:511h01
    Telford Central (TFC)
    7:52Birmingham International (BHI)
    £61One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Telford to Birmingham International Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Telford to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, while a coach costs an average of £13.

Distance: 54 km

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Train
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Coach
Driving

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

£13

Average Price

£23

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 58m

Average total duration

1h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

58m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Telford to Birmingham International Airport is a train with an average price of £11.

This is compared to other travel options from Telford to Birmingham International Airport:

A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Telford to Birmingham International Airport costing on average £13.

The fastest way to travel from Telford to Birmingham International Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Telford and Birmingham International Airport including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 1h 0m versus 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Direct services run with Transport for Wales.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Telford to Birmingham International Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Telford to Birmingham International Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transport for WalesG38548
Delayed
6:55 7:51Telford Central (TFC)
1h00
8:51 Birmingham International (BHI)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW34207+West Midlands TrainsC16883
Delayed
7:45 8:16Telford Central (TFC)
1h10
9:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesW45217
On time
8:53 Telford Central (TFC)
0h59
9:52 Birmingham International (BHI)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW34271+West Midlands TrainsC16885
Delayed
8:45 9:18Telford Central (TFC)
1h08
10:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesG38552
On time
9:51 Telford Central (TFC)
1h01
10:52 Birmingham International (BHI)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW34265+West Midlands TrainsC16887
Delayed
9:45 10:18Telford Central (TFC)
1h08
11:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesG38556
On time
10:51 Telford Central (TFC)
1h00
11:51 Birmingham International (BHI)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW33903+West Midlands TrainsC16889
On time
11:18 Telford Central (TFC)
1h08
12:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesG38558
On time
11:51 Telford Central (TFC)
1h01
12:52 Birmingham International (BHI)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW33933+West Midlands TrainsC16890
Delayed
11:45 12:18Telford Central (TFC)
1h08
13:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesG38560
On time
12:53 Telford Central (TFC)
1h00
13:53 Birmingham International (BHI)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastC01362+West Midlands TrainsC16892
Delayed
12:45 13:18Telford Central (TFC)
1h08
14:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesG38562
On time
13:51 Telford Central (TFC)
1h02
14:53 Birmingham International (BHI)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW34060+West Midlands TrainsC16894
Delayed
13:45 14:18Telford Central (TFC)
1h08
15:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesG38566
On time
14:51 Telford Central (TFC)
1h01
15:52 Birmingham International (BHI)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW34160+West Midlands TrainsC16897
Delayed
14:45 15:18Telford Central (TFC)
1h08
16:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesG38567
On time
15:52 Telford Central (TFC)
1h00
16:52 Birmingham International (BHI)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW34124+West Midlands TrainsC16898
Delayed
15:45 16:18Telford Central (TFC)
1h08
17:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesG38570
On time
16:51 Telford Central (TFC)
1h00
17:51 Birmingham International (BHI)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastC01365+West Midlands TrainsC16900
Delayed
16:45 17:18Telford Central (TFC)
1h08
18:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesG38572
On time
17:53 Telford Central (TFC)
1h00
18:53 Birmingham International (BHI)
0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW00587+West Midlands TrainsC16902
Delayed
17:45 18:18Telford Central (TFC)
1h13
19:31 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesG3857618:52 Telford Central (TFC)
1h00
19:52 Birmingham International (BHI)0 changesdirect
Avanti West CoastW33999+West Midlands TrainsC16904
Delayed
18:46 19:18Telford Central (TFC)
1h12
20:30 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesG3857819:51 Telford Central (TFC)
1h02
20:53 Birmingham International (BHI)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16907 · W00205
On time
20:18 Telford Central (TFC)
1h07
21:25 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
West Midlands TrainsW11248 · W70178
On time
20:26 Telford Central (TFC)
1h39
22:05 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW34219+West Midlands TrainsC16908
Delayed
20:45 21:18Telford Central (TFC)
1h08
22:26 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesG38580
On time
21:51 Telford Central (TFC)
1h03
22:54 Birmingham International (BHI)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW11253 · Y81088
On time
22:21 Telford Central (TFC)
1h48
0:09 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Transport for WalesG38504+West Midlands TrainsY81088
On time
22:51 Telford Central (TFC)
1h18
0:09 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
West Midlands TrainsW11255 · Y81093
On time
23:02 Telford Central (TFC)
1h52
0:54 Birmingham International (BHI)
1 change
Friday 18 September
Transport for WalesG385445:38 Telford Central (TFC)
1h13
6:51 Birmingham International (BHI)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38544+Avanti West CoastW342625:38 Telford Central (TFC)
0h59
6:37 Birmingham International (BHI)1 change
West Midlands TrainsC16881+Avanti West CoastW340546:18 Telford Central (TFC)
1h08
7:26 Birmingham International (BHI)1 change
Transport for WalesW452446:51 Telford Central (TFC)
1h01
7:52 Birmingham International (BHI)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC16882+Avanti West CoastW341157:16 Telford Central (TFC)
1h10
8:26 Birmingham International (BHI)1 change

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CrossCountry as well as West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and more offer trains services from Telford to Birmingham International Airport.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Telford to Birmingham International Airport

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Trains from Telford to Birmingham International Airport run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:26, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 47m.

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
Distance
54 km
Average train duration
1h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
26
Direct trains
14
Fastest train
47m
First train
7:26
Last train
18:51
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
7 days
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

Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Telford to Birmingham International Airport trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Telford and Birmingham International Airport from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
50m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£9
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

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
51m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£5
West Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
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
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

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
51m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£10
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 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

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
47m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£5
Transport for Wales frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Telford to Birmingham International Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Telford to Birmingham International Airport 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 International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Telford to Birmingham International Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The train journey from Telford to Birmingham International Airport covers a distance of 54 km and takes approximately 47m. Trains run 26 per day.
The train distance from Telford to Birmingham International Airport is 54 km.
The first train from Telford to Birmingham International Airport leaves at 7:26.
The last train from Telford to Birmingham International Airport departs at 18:51.
Trains from Telford to Birmingham International Airport run approximately 26 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Telford to Birmingham International Airport.
Yes, there is a direct train between Telford and Birmingham International Airport. The service operates 14 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales.
To get from Telford to Birmingham International Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Telford to Birmingham International Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Telford to Birmingham International Airport is by train, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Telford to Birmingham International Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Telford to Birmingham International Airport primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, with views of towns and some countryside. It is not typically considered a scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Telford to Birmingham International Airport is feasible with a travel duration of 47m and a distance of 54 km. The frequency of trains is 8 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Telford to Birmingham International Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Telford and Birmingham International Airport

Most Telford to Birmingham International Airport trains use the Telford Central to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Telford and Birmingham International Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Telford
Arrival train stations in Birmingham
Telford CentralTelford Central station, Euston Way, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 4LZ+44 3301235247ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Telford Central from Telford city centre

Bus5A, 5B, 4, 5 · 4m · £2 · every ~22 min

Telford Central train station facilities and services

Telford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Telford Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Telford Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Telford Central: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Telford Central: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Telford Central: 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 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.

OakengatesOakengates station, Station Road, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6DHParkingDiningAccessibilityBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Oakengates from Telford city centre

Oakengates is 1 km from Telford city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBirmingham New Street - Shrewsbury · 2m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus5A, 5B, 99C, 4, 5 · 9m · £2 · every ~22 min
4 · 12m · £2 · every ~14 min

Oakengates train station facilities and services

Oakengates has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Oakengates.

Tickets and information

Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oakengates: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Oakengates: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oakengates: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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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