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Outbound fromDidcot Parkway to Birmingham by train
It takes an average of 2h 30m to travel from Didcot Parkway to Birmingham by train, over a distance of around 66 miles (107 km). There are normally 66 trains per day travelling from Didcot Parkway to Birmingham and tickets for this journey start from £24.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:09 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:36 | |
| Departure station | Didcot Parkway | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham | |
| Journey time | From 1h 36m | |
| Distance | 66 miles (107 km) | |
| Frequency | 66 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £24.20 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways |
About the train journey from Didcot Parkway to Birmingham
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The train from Didcot Parkway to Birmingham usually takes 2 hours 30 minutes on average to travel 66 miles (107 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 1 hour 36 minutes. You can expect to find 66 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Birmingham, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Chiltern Railways, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Didcot Parkway to Birmingham if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £24.20. You can also 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.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Didcot Parkway to Birmingham
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Didcot Parkway to Birmingham is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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