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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wrexham to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wrexham to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wrexham to Birmingham will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Wrexham for Birmingham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.
8:162h16Wrexham10:32Birmingham£161One-way0 changes- 13:002h32Wrexham15:32Birmingham£191One-way0 changes
- 11:272h04Wrexham13:31Birmingham£221One-way0 changes
- 11:272h04Wrexham13:31Birmingham£221One-way0 changes
- 8:162h16Wrexham10:32Birmingham£161One-way0 changes
- 13:002h32Wrexham15:32Birmingham£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wrexham to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wrexham to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 97 km
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Live departures
Wrexham to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Wrexham to Birmingham trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:03 Wrexham | 2h29 | 12:32 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 12:04 Wrexham | 2h52 | 14:56 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:32 Wrexham | 2h46 | 15:18 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:32 Wrexham | 2h00 | 15:32 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wrexham to Birmingham
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Trains from Wrexham to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:37 |
Last train 22:56 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Wrexham to Birmingham trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Wrexham 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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FAQs: Wrexham to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wrexham 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 Wrexham and Birmingham
Most Wrexham to Birmingham trains use the Wrexham General to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Wrexham and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Wrexham station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Wrexham General from Wrexham city centre
Wrexham General train station facilities and services
Wrexham General has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wrexham General.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wrexham General.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wrexham General. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Wrexham General: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wrexham General: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wrexham General: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park via the booking office or night gate. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Chester), Platform 3, and Platform 4 (Wrexham-Bidston Line) via a footbridge and lifts, 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.
Getting to Wrexham Central from Wrexham city centre
Wrexham Central train station facilities and services
Wrexham Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wrexham Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wrexham Central: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Wrexham Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wrexham Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from the Retail Park, 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, 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 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.
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.
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