The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham
Cheapest price
$114
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $114.
Of the 18 trains that leave Edinburgh for Birmingham every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 395 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 14 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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $70.
Distance: 395 km
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$147 Average Price | $48 Average Price Cheapest | $135 Average Price |
5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 12m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham trains for today, Friday, 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W10464 | On time 10:52 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h14 | 3:06 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23780 | On time 11:08 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h56 | 4:04 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23785 | On time 12:07 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h59 | 5:06 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W10472 | On time 12:52 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h14 | 5:06 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23306+ C23829 | On time 1:00 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h27 | 5:27 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
C23792 | On time 1:07 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h00 | 6:07 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23797 | On time 2:04 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h03 | 7:07 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W10488 | On time 2:52 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h15 | 7:07 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23800 | On time 3:07 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h00 | 8:07 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23804 | On time 4:07 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h00 | 9:07 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W10479 | On time 4:52 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h14 | 9:06 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23807 | On time 5:07 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h01 | 10:08 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23362 | On time 6:07 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h21 | 11:28 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W10484 | On time 6:52 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h15 | 11:07 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday, 6 December | |||||
C23756 | On time 6:06 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h59 | 12:05 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W10456 | On time 6:52 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h14 | 11:06 am Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23766 | On time 8:08 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h56 | 2:04 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W10462 | On time 8:52 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h14 | 1:06 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23774 | On time 9:07 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h59 | 3:06 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23778 | On time 10:05 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h59 | 4:04 pm Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Birmingham
Trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 but you can travel from only $28 by coach.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 395 km distance in 4h 11m.
Distance 395 km |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 19:27 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, LNER, TransPennine Express, Cross Country from Edinburgh to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, LNER, TransPennine Express, Cross Country trains will get you between Edinburgh and Birmingham from $28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Birmingham New Street, located away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Birmingham
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Milton Road East-West bound
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
- Opening hours: Monday 07:00 - 10:3012:00 - 18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 11:0012:00 - 18:00 Friday 07:00 - 11:0015:00 - 18:00 Saturday 11:00 - 15:00 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Lichfield Road - under railway bridge at public service bus stop near to bottom of stairs for Platform 1 Walsall bound platform
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
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