Birmingham New Street to Whitley Bridge by train
| First train | 15:07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 15:09 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Arrival station | Whitley Bridge | |
| Journey time | From 3h 33m | |
| Distance | 90 miles (145 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast |
About the train journey from Birmingham New Street to Whitley Bridge
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The train from Birmingham New Street to Whitley Bridge usually takes 3 hours 34 minutes on average to travel 90 miles (145 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 33 minutes. You can expect to find 1 train per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Whitley Bridge, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Whitley Bridge if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Whitley Bridge
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Use your Railcard
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