Birmingham to London Train
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Birmingham to London by train
The journey from Birmingham to London by train is 102.06 mi and takes 1 hr 56 mins. There are 31 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:15 and the last at 19:45. It is possible to travel from Birmingham to London by train for as little as £9.64 or as much as £106.29. The best price for this journey is £9.64.
| Lowest Price | £9.64 |
| Journey Duration | 1 hr 56 mins |
| Connection per Day | Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains 31 |
| Lowest Price | Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains £9.64 |
| Highest Price | Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains £106.29 |
| First Departure | Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains 05:15 |
| Last Departure | Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains 19:45 |
| Distance | Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains 102.06 mi |
| Departure | Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains Birmingham |
| Arrival | Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains London |
| Carriers | Great Western Railway, CrossCountry Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains |
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Find the best day to travel to London by train
When travelling to London by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Great Western Railway, Chiltern Railways and Avanti West Coast from Birmingham to London
Compare services on board when travelling from Birmingham to London by train.
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Birmingham to London CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
11.5kg
Bus
12.32kg
Flight
32.85kg
Car
26.28kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Birmingham to London by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Birmingham and London are 11.5kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Birmingham and London? By taking the train between Birmingham and London you will save 21.35kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.82kg compared to a bus and 14.78kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Birmingham to London?
A train ticket from Birmingham to London is £35.53. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £9.64.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Birmingham to London?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Birmingham to London is £9.64. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Birmingham and London by train?
Birmingham to London is 102.06 mi.
How long does the train between Birmingham and London take?
Birmingham to London is on average 1 hr 56 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 19 mins.
Which companies operate from Birmingham to London?
The train journey from Birmingham to London is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
How many train connections per day go from Birmingham to London?
Birmingham to London has 31 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Birmingham to London leave?
The earliest train from Birmingham to London departs at 05:15. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Birmingham to London depart?
The latest train from Birmingham to London departs at 19:45. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Birmingham to London in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £9.64 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Birmingham to London?
There are on average 26 direct connection(s) from Birmingham to go to London.
What's the fastest journey time between Birmingham to London by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Birmingham and London is 1 hr 19 mins.
Is there a direct train from Birmingham to London?
Yes, there is a direct train between Birmingham and London.
What are the CO2 emissions for Birmingham to London by train?
The train journey from Birmingham to London creates 11.5kg of CO2 emissions.