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Blantyre to Birmingham train prices and times

Planning a journey from Blantyre to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £ 26.00, with average prices for this route around £ 26.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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09:26
4h 40m, No direct
Blantyre
14:06
Birmingham New Street
ScotRailAvanti West Coast
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10:26
4h 40m, No direct
Blantyre
15:06
Birmingham New Street
ScotRailAvanti West Coast
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11:09
4h 57m, No direct
Blantyre
16:06
Birmingham New Street
ScotRailAvanti West Coast
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11:27
4h 39m, No direct
Blantyre
16:06
Birmingham New Street
ScotRailAvanti West Coast
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12:25
4h 41m, No direct
Blantyre
17:06
Birmingham New Street
ScotRailAvanti West Coast
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13:08
4h 58m, No direct
Blantyre
18:06
Paris
ScotRailAvanti West Coast
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Blantyre to Birmingham train route details

First train
First train
09:26
Last train
Last train
23:25
Departure station
Departure station
Blantyre
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
4h 27m
Distance
Distance
396 km
Price
Price
£ 26.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Blantyre to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Blantyre to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Blantyre to Birmingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Blantyre to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Blantyre to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Blantyre to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Blantyre to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.