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London Kings Cross to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Kings Cross to Birmingham New Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 12.31, with average prices for this route around AU$ 25.61. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
07:18 London Kings Cross	08:56 Birmingham New Street	1h 38m, Direct		Find Tickets
07:26 London Kings Cross	09:45 Birmingham New Street	2h 19m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
07:34 London Kings Cross	10:18 Birmingham New Street	2h 44m, Direct		Find Tickets
07:36 London Kings Cross	10:14 Birmingham New Street	2h 38m, Direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
07:50 London Kings Cross	09:27 Birmingham New Street	1h 37m, Direct		Find Tickets
07:56 London Kings Cross	09:48 Paris	1h 52m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

London Kings Cross to Birmingham New Street train route details

First train

05:51

Last train

23:27

Departure station

London Kings Cross

Arrival station

Birmingham New Street

Journey time

1h 37m

Distance

161 km

Price

AU$ 12.31*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Birmingham New Street

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between London Kings Cross and Birmingham New Street, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Kings Cross to Birmingham New Street can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from London Kings Cross to Birmingham New Street, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 London Kings Cross to Birmingham New Street 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

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from London Kings Cross to Birmingham New Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Kings Cross to Birmingham New Street 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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