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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newbury to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 127 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£58 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Newbury to Birmingham, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Newbury to Birmingham:
A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newbury to Birmingham costing on average £58.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 32m.
Tickets start at around £58 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£32. The journey takes 2h 9m versus 1h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Birmingham from Newbury by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Newbury to Birmingham is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Birmingham are London, Manchester, Bristol, Liverpool and Oxford. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Birmingham on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.
Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Newbury to Birmingham:
A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newbury to Birmingham costing on average £58.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 32m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newbury and Birmingham as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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