4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Worcester to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Worcester to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Worcester to Birmingham will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 6 trains that leave Worcester for Birmingham every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.
16:550h44Worcester17:39Birmingham£81One-way0 changes- 21:471h03Worcester22:50Birmingham£121One-way0 changes
- 7:151h01Worcester8:16Birmingham£121One-way0 changes
- 8:151h01Worcester9:16Birmingham£121One-way0 changes
- 6:121h04Worcester7:16Birmingham£121One-way0 changes
10:160h39Worcester10:55Birmingham£121One-way0 changes- 16:550h44Worcester17:39Birmingham£81One-way0 changes
- 8:151h01Worcester9:16Birmingham£121One-way0 changes
- 7:151h01Worcester8:16Birmingham£121One-way0 changes
- 21:471h03Worcester22:50Birmingham£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Worcester to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Worcester to Birmingham 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 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 39 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Worcester to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Worcester to Birmingham trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C17040 | On time 5:59 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h46 | 6:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81084 | On time 6:12 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 1h04 | 7:16 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81084 · C17041 | On time 6:12 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0h56 | 7:08 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| C17041 | On time 6:24 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h44 | 7:08 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81130 | On time 6:50 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0h56 | 7:46 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17042 | On time 7:03 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0h43 | 7:46 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81094 | 7:15 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 1h01 | 8:16 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17044 | On time 7:23 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h46 | 8:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81132 | On time 7:47 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0h59 | 8:46 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17045 | On time 7:57 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0h39 | 8:36 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81100 | On time 8:15 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 1h01 | 9:16 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17047 | On time 8:24 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h45 | 9:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81134 | On time 8:47 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0h59 | 9:46 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81134 · C17049 | On time 8:47 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0h49 | 9:36 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| C17049 | On time 8:54 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h42 | 9:36 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81104 | 9:15 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 1h01 | 10:16 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01062+ W35362 | Delayed 8:26 9:15Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0h39 | 9:54 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| C17050 | On time 9:24 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 0h45 | 10:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81136 · C17053 | On time 9:47 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 1h22 | 11:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| Y81136 | On time 9:47 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 0h59 | 10:46 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y81107 | 10:15 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 1h01 | 11:16 Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Worcester to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Worcester to Birmingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 39m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 23:06 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry from Worcester to Birmingham trainsWest Midlands Trains, CrossCountry trains will get you between Worcester and Birmingham 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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Trains from Worcester to Birmingham: Journey Details
London Midland provides direct trains from Worcester to Birmingham. The weekday schedule begins with an early morning departure. There are around 6 trains an hour throughout the day until the final departure from Worcester late in the evening. Journey times range from 40 minutes to an hour and 20 minutes. The Sunday schedule features no early morning trains and a slightly reduced frequency. Weekday off-peak day return fares are available from 8:45 am. onwards.
Taking the Train from Worcester
Trains from Worcester to Birmingham depart from 2 stations, Shrub Hill, to the east of the centre, or Foregate Street, in the heart of the city. It is around 10 minutes on foot between the stations. Bus stops on Shrub Hill Road connect the station to the city centre and Worcester bus station. Foregate Street is close to the bus station and has local bus stops by the entrance and nearby on Sansome Street. Both stations have taxi ranks.
Getting into Birmingham by Train
Birmingham is a cosmopolitan and colourful Midlands metropolis, celebrated both for its industrial heritage and its modern cultural attractions. Highlights for visitors range from the city's Jewellery Quarter and the Cadbury World chocolate museum to its famous Balti restaurants. Trains from Worcester to Birmingham arrive at New Street, Moor Street or Snow Hill stations, located close together in the city centre. New Street is around 5 minutes on foot from Snow Hill or Moor Street and has bus stops close by on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street. Snow Hill has a Midland Metro tram stop beside the station entrance for connections across the city and region. Moor Street has bus connections from stops nearby on Queensway.
FAQs: Worcester to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Worcester 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Worcester and Birmingham
Most Worcester to Birmingham trains use the Worcester Foregate Street to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Snow Hill. Use this guide to compare Worcester and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Worcester station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Worcester Foregate Street from Worcester city centre
Worcester Foregate Street train station facilities and services
Worcester Foregate Street 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 Worcester Foregate Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Worcester Foregate Street. 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 Worcester Foregate Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Worcester Foregate Street: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Worcester Foregate Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Worcester Shrub Hill from Worcester city centre
Worcester Shrub Hill train station facilities and services
Worcester Shrub Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Worcester Shrub Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Worcester Shrub Hill. 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 Worcester Shrub Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Worcester Shrub Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Worcester Shrub Hill: 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 not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, 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.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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