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Outbound fromBirmingham New Street to Alfreton by train
It takes an average of 2h 54m to travel from Birmingham New Street to Alfreton by train, over a distance of around 48 miles (78 km). There are normally 58 trains per day travelling from Birmingham New Street to Alfreton and tickets for this journey start from £25.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:09 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Arrival station | Alfreton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 26m | |
| Distance | 48 miles (78 km) | |
| Frequency | 58 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £25.20 | |
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Travel from Birmingham New Street to Alfreton by train in 1 hour 26 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Birmingham New Street to Alfreton by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Birmingham New Street to Alfreton by train is 2 hours 54 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 26 minutes. You'll usually find 58 trains per day travelling the 48 miles (78 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Alfreton. Trains on this route are usually operated by either East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry. On board you'll find modern comfortable seating and plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Birmingham New Street to Alfreton start from £25.20 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Alfreton, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
FAQs about the train journey from Birmingham New Street to Alfreton
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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Alfreton
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
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