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St Albans to Birmingham train prices and times

Planning a journey from St Albans to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as € 10.69, with average prices for this route around € 59.34. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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06:39
4h 9m, No direct
St Albans City
10:48
Birmingham New Street
ThameslinkAvanti West Coast
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06:39
4h 23m, No direct
St Albans City
11:02
Birmingham New Street
ThameslinkAvanti West CoastCrossCountry
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07:04
3h 36m, No direct
St Albans City
10:40
Birmingham Moor Street
ThameslinkChiltern Railways
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08:12
3h 28m, No direct
St Albans City
11:40
Birmingham Moor Street
ThameslinkChiltern Railways
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08:17
3h 47m, No direct
St Albans City
12:04
Birmingham New Street
ThameslinkEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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08:17
3h 50m, No direct
St Albans City
12:07
Paris
ThameslinkChiltern Railways
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St Albans to Birmingham train route details

First train
First train
00:17
Last train
Last train
23:47
Departure station
Departure station
St Albans
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
2h 28m
Distance
Distance
135 km
Price
Price
€ 10.69*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, Chiltern Railways

How to book cheap train tickets from St Albans to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from St Albans 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 St Albans 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from St Albans to Birmingham, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.
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 St Albans 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

St Albans to Birmingham 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%.