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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£65
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 50 m
Trains on 18 Sept
30
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 30 trains from York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), including 25 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.
G0115414:412h25York station (YRK)17:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way0 changes- G0116115:442h23York station (YRK)18:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way0 changes
- G011356:422h25York station (YRK)9:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way0 changes
- G0084220:412h47York station (YRK)23:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way0 changes
- G0116918:432h24York station (YRK)21:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way0 changes
- G0091419:371h49York station (YRK)21:26Birmingham New Street (BHM)£311One-way0 changes
- W2993715:371h50York station (YRK)17:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£311One-way0 changes
- G0118816:361h50York station (YRK)18:26Birmingham New Street (BHM)£311One-way0 changes
- G011809:361h51York station (YRK)11:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£961One-way0 changes
- G0118411:361h52York station (YRK)13:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£961One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 173 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£68 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A coach is £47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average £68.
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 39m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (2h 15m by train vs 2h 25m by car). Tickets start at around £68 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G15883+G00997 | On time 2:35 York station (YRK) | 4h22 | 6:57 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
 C01956+ W70763+G01000+W84646 | On time 4:40 York station (YRK) | 3h16 | 7:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 changes | |
| G01133+W84766 | Delayed 5:11 5:32York station (YRK) | 2h34 | 8:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| C01954+G01176 | On time 5:57 York station (YRK) | 2h31 | 8:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G01176 | On time 6:24 York station (YRK) | 2h04 | 8:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01135 | On time 6:42 York station (YRK) | 2h25 | 9:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29925 | On time 7:25 York station (YRK) | 2h03 | 9:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01140 | On time 7:43 York station (YRK) | 2h21 | 10:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29862 | On time 8:41 York station (YRK) | 2h25 | 11:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01180 | On time 9:36 York station (YRK) | 1h51 | 11:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29868 | On time 9:42 York station (YRK) | 2h22 | 12:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29873 | On time 10:42 York station (YRK) | 2h24 | 13:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01184 | On time 11:36 York station (YRK) | 1h52 | 13:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01148 | On time 11:42 York station (YRK) | 2h22 | 14:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29884 | On time 12:42 York station (YRK) | 2h24 | 15:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29935 | On time 13:36 York station (YRK) | 1h52 | 15:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01153 | On time 13:42 York station (YRK) | 2h22 | 16:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01186 | On time 14:35 York station (YRK) | 1h53 | 16:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01154 | On time 14:41 York station (YRK) | 2h25 | 17:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29937 | On time 15:37 York station (YRK) | 1h50 | 17:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01161 | On time 15:44 York station (YRK) | 2h23 | 18:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01188 | On time 16:36 York station (YRK) | 1h50 | 18:26 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29909 | On time 16:42 York station (YRK) | 2h25 | 19:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66824 | On time 17:36 York station (YRK) | 1h55 | 19:31 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01166 | On time 17:42 York station (YRK) | 2h25 | 20:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01169 | On time 18:43 York station (YRK) | 2h24 | 21:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00914 | On time 19:37 York station (YRK) | 1h49 | 21:26 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01170 | On time 19:42 York station (YRK) | 2h27 | 22:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00842 | On time 20:41 York station (YRK) | 2h47 | 23:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 5:42 |
Last train 19:42 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway from York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between York station (YRK) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in York station (YRK) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most York station (YRK) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the York to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare York station (YRK) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Most popular train connections from York station (YRK)
Most popular trains to and from Birmingham New Street (BHM) and York station (YRK)
Most popular train connections to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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