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Margate to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Margate to Birmingham New Street, starting from KWD 13.420 and averaging KWD 31.080. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 29m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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06:27
3h 29m, No direct
Margate
09:56
Birmingham New Street
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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06:45
3h 42m, No direct
Margate
10:27
Birmingham New Street
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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07:00
3h 48m, No direct
Margate
10:48
Birmingham New Street
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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07:15
3h 40m, No direct
Margate
10:55
Birmingham New Street
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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07:46
3h 41m, No direct
Margate
11:27
Birmingham New Street
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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07:52
3h 56m, No direct
Margate
11:48
Paris
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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Margate to Birmingham New Street train route details

First train
First train
04:33
Last train
Last train
22:49
Departure station
Departure station
Margate
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham New Street
Journey time
Journey time
3h 29m
Distance
Distance
256 km
Price
Price
KWD 13.420*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Margate to Birmingham New Street

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Margate to Birmingham New Street 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

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%

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 Margate to Birmingham New Street, 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 Margate 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

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 Margate to Birmingham New Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Margate to Birmingham New Street train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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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%.