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The cheapest and fastest trains from Thornton Heath to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for 03 Jan
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
172 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thornton Heath to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thornton Heath to Birmingham will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Thornton Heath for Birmingham every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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.
05:433h05
Thornton Heath08:48Birmingham
£291One-way
0 changes
04:492h59
Thornton Heath07:48Birmingham
£321One-way
0 changes
05:373h11
Thornton Heath08:48Birmingham
£341One-way
0 changes
05:152h33
Thornton Heath07:48Birmingham
£351One-way
0 changes
05:192h29
Thornton Heath07:48Birmingham
£411One-way
0 changes
05:192h29
Thornton Heath07:48Birmingham
£411One-way
0 changes
05:152h33
Thornton Heath07:48Birmingham
£351One-way
0 changes
04:492h59
Thornton Heath07:48Birmingham
£321One-way
0 changes
05:433h05
Thornton Heath08:48Birmingham
£291One-way
0 changes
05:373h11
Thornton Heath08:48Birmingham
£341One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Thornton Heath to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Thornton Heath to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 172 km
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3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Thornton Heath to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Thornton Heath to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Saturday 3 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 15:12
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:49 Thornton Heath | 2h59 | 07:48 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:15 Thornton Heath | 2h33 | 07:48 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:19 Thornton Heath | 2h29 | 07:48 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 07:13 Thornton Heath | 3h23 | 10:36 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:19 Thornton Heath | 3h46 | 16:05 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Thornton Heath to Birmingham?
The best time to book your train from Thornton Heath to Birmingham is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Thornton Heath to Birmingham route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Thornton Heath to Birmingham per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Thornton Heath to Birmingham.
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Overview: Train from Thornton Heath to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Thornton Heath to Birmingham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 2h 24m.
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 £9
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 23:11 |
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 £9
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways from Thornton Heath to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Thornton Heath and Birmingham from £9. 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 Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Price
£29
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 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 which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. 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 Duration
3h 22m
Cheapest Price
£53
Chiltern Railways frequency
1 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
FAQs: Thornton Heath to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thornton Heath 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 explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.
The train distance from Thornton Heath to Birmingham is 172 km.
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 Thornton Heath to Birmingham covers a distance of 172 km and takes approximately 2h 24m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train journey from Thornton Heath to Birmingham offers a mix of urban and rural views. Initially, you pass through bustling suburbs and towns, but as the journey progresses, you can enjoy stretches of countryside, with glimpses of quaint villages and open fields, providing a pleasant backdrop for travellers.
The first train from Thornton Heath to Birmingham leaves at 5:15.
Booking trains from Thornton Heath to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Thornton Heath to Birmingham departs at 23:11.
The cost of a train ticket from Thornton Heath to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £47.
A day trip from Thornton Heath to Birmingham is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 24m. However, there are 2 trains available per day for this route, and the distance is 172 km.
Trains from Thornton Heath to Birmingham run approximately 2 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Thornton Heath to Birmingham is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Thornton Heath to Birmingham.
There is no night train service from Thornton Heath to Birmingham.
The train station in Thornton Heath that goes to Birmingham is Thornton Heath station (TTH), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Thornton Heath to Birmingham.
Yes, you can take the train from Thornton Heath to Birmingham.
To get from Thornton Heath to Birmingham, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Thornton Heath and Birmingham
Thornton Heath
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Thornton Heath is Thornton Heath. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thornton Heath for your trip from Thornton Heath to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 20:00 Sunday 08:15 - 17:45
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is in the Booking Hall near the cash machine.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas available on platform 2
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Thornton Heath.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car 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
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 00:10 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Flower stall
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are located on Platform 1 and between platforms 3 & 4.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between Platforms 2 and 3 at the south end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Birmingham Moor Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: This station is not usually served by rail replacement buses, due to difficult road access. Replacement buses stop at Birmingham Snow Hill station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 13:00 Friday 07:00 - 13:0015:00 - 17:00 Saturday 09:00 - 16:00 Sunday Closed None
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- 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
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 Hamstead
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When rail replacement buses are running, these will pick up and drop off outside the shops on Rocky Lane.
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