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Outbound fromLuton to Birmingham by train
It takes an average of 3h 1m to travel from Luton to Birmingham by train, over a distance of around 75 miles (121 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Luton to Birmingham and tickets for this journey start from £24 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:10 | |
| Departure station | Luton | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham | |
| Journey time | From 2h 35m | |
| Distance | 75 miles (121 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £24 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Luton to Birmingham in 2 hours 35 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Luton to Birmingham? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 1 minute to travel the 75 miles (121 km) from Luton to Birmingham by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 20 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Birmingham. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Luton to Birmingham in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £24.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Birmingham by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Consider a Season Ticket
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