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G0114811:422h22York station (YRK)14:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£191One-way0 changes- G0118411:361h52York station (YRK)13:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£411One-way0 changes
- G011809:361h51York station (YRK)11:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£411One-way0 changes
- W2987310:422h24York station (YRK)13:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£891One-way0 changes
- W298628:412h25York station (YRK)11:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£891One-way0 changes
- G011809:361h51York station (YRK)11:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£411One-way0 changes
- G0118411:361h52York station (YRK)13:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£411One-way0 changes
- G0114811:422h22York station (YRK)14:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£191One-way0 changes
- W298689:422h22York station (YRK)12:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£891One-way0 changes
- W2987310:422h24York station (YRK)13:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£891One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for York to Birmingham
The cheapest option from York to Birmingham is coach, with an average price of £15. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from York to Birmingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 173 km
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£43 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
York to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for York 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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| W29874 | On time 10:34 York station (YRK) | 2h31 | 13:05 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
 C01944+W29874 | On time 10:55 York station (YRK) | 2h10 | 13:05 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G01147 | On time 11:42 York station (YRK) | 2h22 | 14:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29886 | On time 12:43 York station (YRK) | 2h23 | 15:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01940+ W84690+W29841 | On time 12:55 York station (YRK) | 2h30 | 15:25 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| G01152 | On time 13:42 York station (YRK) | 2h22 | 16:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29930 | On time 14:35 York station (YRK) | 1h50 | 16:25 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01155 | On time 14:41 York station (YRK) | 2h25 | 17:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01163 | On time 15:42 York station (YRK) | 2h22 | 18:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29933 | On time 16:36 York station (YRK) | 1h50 | 18:26 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01165 | On time 16:40 York station (YRK) | 2h23 | 19:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66826 | On time 17:37 York station (YRK) | 1h48 | 19:25 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29913 | On time 17:41 York station (YRK) | 2h23 | 20:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 6 July | |||||
| W29862 | 8:41 York station (YRK) | 2h25 | 11:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01180 | 9:36 York station (YRK) | 1h51 | 11:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29868 | 9:42 York station (YRK) | 2h22 | 12:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Birmingham
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from York to Birmingham, including 6 direct trains, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:33, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Lowest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 2:33 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, TransPennine Express from York to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between York and Birmingham from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: York to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York and Birmingham
Most York to Birmingham trains use the York to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare York and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which York station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: 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 taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 Kings Norton from Birmingham city centre
Kings Norton is 7 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Kings Norton train station facilities and services
Kings Norton 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 Kings Norton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kings Norton. 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 Kings Norton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kings Norton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kings Norton: 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.
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