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New Eltham to Birmingham train prices and times

Looking to travel from New Eltham to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £25.00, with average prices for this route around £26.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:06 New Eltham	07:44 Birmingham New Street	7h 38m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
00:06 New Eltham	07:48 Birmingham New Street	7h 42m, No direct		Find Tickets
00:06 New Eltham	08:05 Birmingham Moor Street	7h 59m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:06 New Eltham	08:00 Birmingham New Street	2h 54m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:06 New Eltham	08:35 Birmingham Moor Street	3h 29m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:51 New Eltham	08:39 Paris	2h 48m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

New Eltham to Birmingham train route details

First train

00:06

Last train

22:06

Departure station

New Eltham

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

2h 25m

Distance

111 miles

Price

£25.00*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, Chiltern Railways

How to book cheap train tickets from New Eltham to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from New Eltham to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from New Eltham to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from New Eltham to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from New Eltham to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

New Eltham to Birmingham train ticket types

Save money on your trip from New Eltham to Birmingham with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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