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Next departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham on October 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:08am	Waverley	4h 58m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:05am	Waverley	4h 59m	2:04pm	Birmingham New Street
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:05am	Waverley	5h 1m	3:06pm	Birmingham New Street
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:04pm	Waverley	5h 3m	8:07pm	Birmingham New Street
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	4:05pm	Waverley	5h 3m	9:08pm	Birmingham New Street

Compare 2 ways to go from Edinburgh to Birmingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 5 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just TRY 2,820, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

5h 1mAverage Duration

246 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTRY 1,177 - TRY 8,167	Average Duration9h 16m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTRY 2,820 - TRY 31,424	Average Duration5h 1m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.2/548 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.0

Wifi3.6

Avanti West Coast

3.9/544 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.5

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at TRY 3,186

Avanti West Coast Edinburgh Birmingham recent customer reviews

No words to express my feelings, just can say that it was wonderful.

Sayed A.

October 15, 2022

GB train companies:FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Birmingham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham start from TRY 2,820. The average price for this train route is around TRY 5,789. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to Birmingham is 5h 1m, covering a distance of 246 miles (396 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 13m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators service the Edinburgh to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to Birmingham at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 6:52pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/03

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10/04

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10/06

TRY 3,057

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10/08

TRY 2,737

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10/10

TRY 3,112

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham was searched and found on Oct 8, 2026 with a price of TRY 2,737

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from TRY 2,737 to TRY 30,377 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 2,737 which is on 2026-10-08.