Trains from Birmingham New Street to London

Heading to London from Birmingham New Street? Read our guide for all the information you need to plan your Birmingham New Street to London train trip.

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Our fastest train 1h 48m
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First train 05:02
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Last train 00:41
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Number of changes Direct
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Trains per hour 6
Buy in advance from £9 one-way

Travelling from Birmingham New Street to London by train

  • Trains from Birmingham New Street to London typically take around 1 hour 58 minutes. However, the fastest services can take just 1 hour 19 minutes.
  • Trains leave Birmingham New Street as early as 05:02, with the last train leaving around 00:41.
  • On average, there are 6 trains per hour to London and 126 trains per day.
  • For a train from Birmingham New Street to London, you can get fares as low as £9.

The journey time and frequency of services may vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner or download our app to find the best way to travel from A to B.

Keep reading for money-saving tips, downloadable timetables and live departures from Birmingham New Street to London.

Get cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to London

Here are six tips for getting the cheapest fares from Birmingham New Street to London at any time of the year.

  • Book directly on our website or app: We won't charge any pesky booking or credit card fees. Just the ticket.
  • Book in Advance: Enjoy big savings on your journey from Birmingham New Street to London by booking in advance and travelling at a specific time. Limited availability, so book early.
  • Travel Off-Peak: Travel outside peak times and bag yourself cheaper fares. Think after the morning commuter rush, evenings and weekends.
  • Get a Railcard: Several Railcards offer discounts on train travel, catering to different passenger groups. Whether you’re travelling with a partner (Two Together Railcard), family (Family & Friends Railcard), or are a senior citizen (Senior Railcards), there are plenty of options available.
  • Use GroupSave: GroupSave offers 1/3 savings for groups of three or more people, making it an ideal choice for saving money when travelling together.
  • Consider a Season ticket: Save big on your regular commute with a Season Ticket, offering easy savings compared to buying individual anytime tickets. Choose from Weekly, Monthly, Annual, or even Flexi-Season options to suit your needs.
  • Get a London Family Travelcard: Up to four children can travel to London for just £1 each when accompanied by an adult. The ticket provides a full day of unlimited travel across Fare Zones 1-6.

Ticket types explained

You can choose from a variety of ticket options when travelling. To make things easy, we’ve listed them all below.

  • Anytime: Fully flexible tickets, for travel at any time of the day, on any valid train
  • Advance: Single journey tickets for a specific train and time. Book early to get the best price. Available on longer distance journeys.
  • Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak: Available for travelling at less busy times on weekdays, and all day at the weekend. Cheaper than Anytime.
  • Season: Unlimited travel between two stations. Ideal for regular commuters.
  • Flexi Season: 8 days of travel in 28 days – any time between two stations.

Benefits of taking the train from Birmingham New Street to London

If you’re looking to protect your wallet, your peace of mind and the environment on your trip down to London, take the train with LNR. Our trains from Birmingham New Street to London offer great prices, lower carbon emissions and a hassle-free experience:

Getting a train from Birmingham New Street to London can take as little as 1 hour 48 minutes, saving you the hassle of having to deal with inner-city traffic. You can also use our onboard facilities during the journey:

Avoid the traffic: Taking our direct line from Birmingham New Street to London allows you to avoid the queues of people trying to get into London on the roads.

Productivity on the move: With free on-board WiFi and power sockets, use your journey time to check some things off your work or personal to-do list.

Choosing to travel from Birmingham New Street to London by train eliminates the hidden costs you incur while driving:

Cheaper fares: We offer a wide range of options for those looking for cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to London.

No hidden fees: When booking with us, you avoid booking fees, London Congestion Charges, ULEZ fees and the high-density parking rates in London.

Railcard discounts: Benefit from a 1/3 off your ticket by using a Railcard. There are a range of options to suit our wide range of passengers.

With London Northwestern Railway, our trains offer comfort that you won’t get in a car, with more legroom, a comfortable setting, onboard toilets, dedicated wheelchair spaces, and our Passenger Assist service, everybody can enjoy a peaceful journey into London.

Rail travel reduces your carbon footprint and produces fewer emissions compared to driving.

If you'd like to see your exact carbon savings, you can use our Carbon Calculator or explore our Sustainability page for more detail.

Key station information

Departing from Birmingham New Street station

Located inside Birmingham city centre, Birmingham New Street station is near to both the Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street bus stops. There is also a taxi drop off within the ‘drop and go’ of the Hill Street Entrance.

This station is equipped with CCTV, toilets, ATMs, ticket offices and seating areas for the safety and convenience of all our passengers.

Arriving at London Euston station

London Euston Station acts as a major gateway to the city, offering direct transfers to Central London via the Tube. To ensure a smooth journey, the station features comprehensive accessibility, on-site ticket assistance, and an array of retail and dining outlets, perfect for grabbing a bite or a drink before you begin your day.

Timetables

Find your PDF timetable(s) below for services between Birmingham New Street and London.

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Journey information from Birmingham New Street to London

For a train from Birmingham New Street to London, train tickets can be as low as £9. Use our Journey Planner to find the cheapest train tickets to London.

Our fastest train to London takes 1 hour 48 minutes. Journey times may be slightly longer on weekends or public holidays. Use our Journey Planner for live information on departures, arrivals, calling points and ticket prices. 

There are up to 126 trains per day from Birmingham New Street to London.

Yes, you can travel from Birmingham New Street to London without having to change trains. Find direct trains to London using our Journey Planner.

The first train departs from Birmingham New Street to London at 05:02. 

The last train from Birmingham New Street to London departs at 00:41.

Yes, we offer Passenger Assist services at the station and on-board between Birmingham New Street to London. We recommend booking at least 2 hours before you travel. You can book assistance via the Passenger Assist app , website , text or by phone on 0800 024 8998 . 

The fastest train from Birmingham New Street takes 1 hour 19 minutes to reach London.

Birmingham New Street

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London Euston

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