There are a couple of stations where you can access London from Birmingham, located within walking distance of the other and relatively central.
Birmingham New Street station is the largest and busiest of the three main railway stations in Birmingham city centre, England. It provides around 146 trains per day to London Euston. Birmingham New Street is served by Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway, London Northwestern Railway, and Transport for Wales.
Birmingham Moor Street Station also serves as a key link for regional and national travel. While not as extensive as Birmingham New Street, it offers a convenient and comfortable travel experience. Notably, Moor Street Station provides direct access to London Marylebone with Chiltern Railways, a service popular for its scenic route through the Chiltern Hills. Around 89 of these services run daily.
Both Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains offer direct train services to London Euston, although the former is slightly faster than the latter. The fastest route takes approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes on the non-stop Avanti West Coast train, whereas the West Midlands service takes around 2 hours and 10 minutes with 12 stops (and a one minute stopover at Bletchley station) on the West Midlands Trains. During this journey, you have the flexibility to disembark at Coventry, Rugby, Warwick and Milton Keynes.
You'll arrive at London Euston, one of the major railway stations, located on the London Inner Ring Road, between Cardington Street and Eversholt Street in the London Borough of Camden. It is served by Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, and London Overground. The station is well-connected to various destinations including Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Northampton, and Watford. London Euston also provides connections via the London Underground system, with access to the Northern, Circle, Victoria, Metropolitan, and Hammersmith & City lines.
As for Birmingham Moor Street to London Marylebone, as served by Chiltern Railways, journeys often take a bit longer, with faster trains with fewer stops taking around two hours, and longer journeys occasionally exceeding three hours.
London Marylebone station offers a delightful contrast to the bustling atmosphere of Euston. This charming terminus, the youngest of London's major stations, is famed for its retained Edwardian architecture and a relaxed ambience. Despite its smaller size, Marylebone provides excellent connectivity to the west of England, served primarily by Chiltern Railways. Passengers can reach Birmingham, Oxford, and the Cotswolds in comfort and style. Upon arrival, easy access to Bakerloo line underground services allows for seamless onward journeys across the capital.
First-class tickets
You can travel from Birmingham to London in even greater comfort with First Class Tickets.
As this route is covered by multiple providers, it's best to check whether this is applicable for your specific journey when booking and what is included with the ticket. Depending on provider, this ticket may include:
- Access to the First Class lounge of your departing and/or arrival station if available
- Wider seats with extra legroom for greater comfort onboard
- Tables with plug and USB sockets – perfect for those using laptops
- Enhanced Wi-Fi onboard for those working, streaming or browsing
- A range of drinks and snacks, including teas, coffees, juices, sodas, biscuits, cakes and crisps.
For more details about First Class Tickets, please check our Change, Refund, and Delay Repay Policy.
How much does a train from Birmingham to London cost?
The average price of a train ticket from Birmingham to London is around $40.41 for a single journey, but can be as low as $8.55 when booked in advance. Prices often vary depending on the time of travel and how far in advance you book, so it's a good idea to check the latest fares and book early to get the best deal.
What is the cheapest way to go from Birmingham to London?
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to London is typically by coach. National Express, Megabus, and FlixBus offer coach services between Birmingham and London. Prices can be as low as £5 when booked in advance. Journey times typically range from 2 to 3 hours.
However, taking the train is also a cost-effective and comfortable means of transport, and there are always ways to help you save even further. For example, Railcards can help reduce fares by 1/3, and booking in advance can save you an average of 61%; split tickets are another viable option, and can save an average of 30%.
How long is Birmingham from London by train?
The train journey from Birmingham to London typically takes between 1 hour and 20 minutes to 2 hours and 30 minutes, depending on the specific service and the departure station in Birmingham.
How many hours from London to Birmingham by coach?
The journey from London to Birmingham by coach usually takes around 2 to 3 hours, depending on factors such as traffic conditions and the number of stops along the route. Coaches typically depart from London Victoria Coach Station and arrive at Birmingham Coach Station or other central locations in Birmingham.
*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.