Train Tickets to Birmingham New Street
Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
1h 31m
Selly Oak to Birmingham New Street
9m
Five Ways to Birmingham New Street
3m
Train travel to Birmingham New Street guide
Birmingham New Street Station, found in the heart of Birmingham city centre, is not only the busiest of three main railway stations in Birmingham, but in the United Kingdom outside of London. The station has undergone several redevelopments since it opened in 1854, with the most recent transformations in 2015 continuing its evolution as a modern and passenger-friendly travel hub. The station's central location makes it an ideal starting point for exploring Birmingham's attractions, including the Bullring & Grand Central shopping centre, which is directly connected to the station and offers a wide range of shopping and dining options.
The station is a key interchange in the British rail network, offering extensive services and connections, offering services from Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midland Trains and Transport for Wales. Key locations that are directly accessible to Birmingham New Street include London Euston, Manchester Piccadilly, Edinburgh Waverley, Bristol and Aberystwyth, as well as more local stops like Coventry, Wolverhampton and Northampton. The station is also integrated with the West Midlands Metro for further local exploration.
Which train companies run trains to Birmingham New Street?
Depending on when you travel, you should find services run to and from Birmingham New Street provided by the following: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry and West Midlands Trains. Journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with so it's always worth checking when booking.
What are Birmingham New Street's opening hours?
You can expect Birmingham New Street to be open between the hours of 0:00 and 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.
Pick up & drop off at Birmingham New Street
Birmingham New Street offers easy access with dedicated parking and pick-up/drop-off zones.
Connectivity of the Birmingham New Street?
London, London Euston, Coventry, Manchester and University (Birmingham) are just a few popular locations that run services to and from Birmingham New Street. Frequent buses and taxi services are also available from the station, though we recommend researching prior to your journey to be sure.
Birmingham New Street Live Timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information about train schedules and services for passengers traveling to and from Birmingham New Street. Check it now to plan your next journey.
Departures
Arrivals
Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
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Birmingham New Street to Water Orton | 17:50 | BUS | CrossCountry | On time |
Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International | 17:50 | 1A | West Midlands Trains | On time |
Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury | 17:52 | 4C | West Midlands Trains | On time |
Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly | 18:01 | 6 | CrossCountry | On time |
Birmingham New Street to Eastleigh | 18:03 | 1A | CrossCountry | On time |
Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
---|---|---|---|---|
Redditch to Birmingham New Street | 18:00 | 1 | West Midlands Trains | On time |
Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street | 16:45 | 2A | CrossCountry | On time |
Lichfield Trent Valley to Birmingham New Street | 18:05 | 3 | West Midlands Trains | Cancelled |
London Euston to Birmingham New Street | 16:26 | 7 | West Midlands Trains | On time |
Bournemouth to Birmingham New Street | 15:45 | 2 | CrossCountry | On time |
Station Details
Address: Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Facilities
ATM
Bicycle rental
Bicycle parking
Sheltered storage
CCTV at storage area
Public Wi-Fi
Payphone
Cards and coins
Post box
Refreshments
Seating facilities
First class lounge
Seating area
Waiting room
Toilet
Tourist information office
Trolleys
Ticket Office
Ticket office open
Ticket machine
Use Oyster cards
Oyster top-up
Services
Bus service
Car park
Cabstand
Metro service
Customer help point
Staff
Accessible ticket machine
Ramp for train access
Accessible toilet
Wheelchairs
Customer support
Left luggage
Lost property
Currency exchange
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