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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | York | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | York | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | York | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | York | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | York | Birmingham New Street | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from York to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 22 minutes and with fares starting at just R 426, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 47 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at R 426
Frequently asked questions about traveling from York 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 York to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from York to Birmingham start from R 426. The average price for this train route is around R 1 914. 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 York to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from York to Birmingham is 2h 22m, covering a distance of 108 miles (174 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 47m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the York to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from York to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from York to Birmingham at 7:25am. And the latest train departs at 8:42pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from York to Birmingham was searched and found on May 11, 2026 with a price of R 403To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from York to Birmingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 403 to R 5 425 for a train ticket from York to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 403 which is on 2026-05-11.
