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York to Birmingham train prices and times

Looking to travel from York to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £15.25, with average prices for this route around £16.60.

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

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Fri, Aug 1
From £16.60
Sat, Aug 2
From £15.25
Sun, Aug 3
From £16.60
Mon, Aug 4
From £16.60
Tue, Aug 5
From £16.60
Wed, Aug 6
From £16.60
Thu, Aug 7
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
01:32 York	06:53 Birmingham New Street	5h 21m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
01:32 York	06:56 Birmingham New Street	5h 24m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:04 York	08:06 Birmingham New Street	3h 2m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:24 York	08:28 Birmingham New Street	2h 4m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:45 York	09:07 Birmingham New Street	2h 22m, Direct		Find Tickets
07:25 York	09:28 Paris	2h 3m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

York to Birmingham train route details

First train

01:32

Last train

23:39

Departure station

York

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

1h 50m

Distance

109 miles

Price

£15.25*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from York to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from York 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from York to Birmingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from York to Birmingham, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from York to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

York to Birmingham train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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Valid for both an 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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