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Outbound fromYork to Birmingham by train
It takes an average of 2h 28m to travel from York to Birmingham by train, over a distance of around 107 miles (172 km). There are normally 41 trains per day travelling from York to Birmingham and tickets for this journey start from £14.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:44 | |
| Departure station | York | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham | |
| Journey time | From 1h 47m | |
| Distance | 107 miles (172 km) | |
| Frequency | 41 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £14.10 | |
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Travel from York to Birmingham by train in 1h 47m
If you want to know more about the journey from York to Birmingham by train, look no further!
On average, it takes around 2h 29m to travel from York to Birmingham by train, and you'll usually find 47 trains running along the route daily for 107 miles (172 km). You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. Let a CrossCountry train take you to Birmingham in just 1h 47m on the fastest services. You’ll also get to enjoy plenty of amenities on board, including free WiFi and a catering service.
Want to get the best train deals? Travel Off-Peak – we’ll highlight the cheapest Off-Peak train tickets from York to Birmingham in our Journey Planner. If you’re travelling by train quite frequently, why not get a Railcard – you'll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Keen to book your train tickets from York to Birmingham? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to learn a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from York to Birmingham
Want to know more about your journey from York to Birmingham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from York to Birmingham
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 York 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
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.