Sowerby Bridge to Birmingham New Street by train
| First train | 05:51 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:05 | |
| Departure station | Sowerby Bridge | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Journey time | From 2h 37m | |
| Distance | 85 miles (137 km) | |
| Frequency | 39 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Grand Central Railway |
Take the train from Sowerby Bridge to Birmingham New Street in 2 hours 37 minutes
If you want to travel from Sowerby Bridge to Birmingham New Street by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Sowerby Bridge to Birmingham New Street by train to take around 3 hours 59 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 39 trains per day running on this route, which spans 85 miles (137 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Birmingham New Street. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Sowerby Bridge to Birmingham New Street are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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