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St Albans to Birmingham train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from St Albans to Birmingham, starting from SEK 116.93 and averaging SEK 649.61. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 40m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
03:55 3h 49m, No direct St Albans City	07:44 Birmingham New Street	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
03:55 4h 10m, No direct St Albans City	08:05 Birmingham Moor Street		Find Tickets
04:18 4h, No direct St Albans City	08:18 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
04:53 2h 55m, No direct St Albans City	07:48 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
04:53 3h 42m, No direct St Albans City	08:35 Birmingham Moor Street		Find Tickets
05:23 2h 37m, No direct St Albans City	08:00 Paris		Find Tickets

St Albans to Birmingham train route details

First train

00:11

Last train

23:47

Departure station

St Albans

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

1h 40m

Distance

135 km

Price

SEK 116.93*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from St Albans to Birmingham

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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more 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 is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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

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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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