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Outbound fromEarley to Birmingham New Street by train
It takes an average of 2h 34m to travel from Earley to Birmingham New Street by train, over a distance of around 83 miles (133 km). There are normally 40 trains per day travelling from Earley to Birmingham New Street and tickets for this journey start from £29 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:57 | |
| Departure station | Earley | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Journey time | From 1h 49m | |
| Distance | 83 miles (133 km) | |
| Frequency | 40 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £29 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast |
How to travel from Earley to Birmingham New Street by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Earley to Birmingham New Street? Look no further.
You'll usually find 40 trains per day running between Earley and Birmingham New Street, which usually take 2 hours 34 minutes to complete the 83 miles (133 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 49 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Birmingham New Street by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Earley to Birmingham New Street start from £29.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Birmingham New Street? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Earley to Birmingham New Street? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Earley to Birmingham New Street take?
The average journey time by train between Earley and Birmingham New Street is 2 hours and 34 minutes, with around 40 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Earley and Birmingham New Street by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Earley to Birmingham New Street is 1 hour and 49 minutes.
How much does the train from Earley to Birmingham New Street cost?
Train ticket prices from Earley to Birmingham New Street can start from as little as £29 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Is there a direct train from Earley to Birmingham New Street?
No, there are no direct train services from Earley to Birmingham New Street. Travelling from Earley to Birmingham New Street by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Earley to Birmingham New Street leave?
The first train from Earley to Birmingham New Street leaves at 05:44. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Earley to Birmingham New Street leave?
The last train from Earley to Birmingham New Street leaves at 00:57. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Earley and Birmingham New Street by train?
Trains travelling from Earley to Birmingham New Street cover a distance of around 83 miles (133 km) during the journey.
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