Train travel to Birmingham New Street guide

Birmingham New Street Station, found in the heart of Birmingham city centre, is not only the busiest of three main railway stations in Birmingham, but in the United Kingdom outside of London. The station has undergone several redevelopments since it opened in 1854, with the most recent transformations in 2015 continuing its evolution as a modern and passenger-friendly travel hub. The station's central location makes it an ideal starting point for exploring Birmingham's attractions, including the Bullring & Grand Central shopping centre, which is directly connected to the station and offers a wide range of shopping and dining options.

The station is a key interchange in the British rail network, offering extensive services and connections, offering services from Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midland Trains and Transport for Wales. Key locations that are directly accessible to Birmingham New Street include London Euston, Manchester Piccadilly, Edinburgh Waverley, Bristol and Aberystwyth, as well as more local stops like Coventry, Wolverhampton and Northampton. The station is also integrated with the West Midlands Metro for further local exploration.

Which train companies run trains to Birmingham New Street?

Depending on when you travel, you should find services run to and from Birmingham New Street provided by the following: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry and West Midlands Trains. Journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with so it's always worth checking when booking.

What are Birmingham New Street's opening hours?

You can expect Birmingham New Street to be open between the hours of 0:00 and 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Birmingham New Street

Birmingham New Street offers easy access with dedicated parking and pick-up/drop-off zones.

Connectivity of the Birmingham New Street?

London, London Euston, Coventry, Manchester and University (Birmingham) are just a few popular locations that run services to and from Birmingham New Street. Frequent buses and taxi services are also available from the station, though we recommend researching prior to your journey to be sure.

Birmingham New Street live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Birmingham New Street, check now to plan your next journey.

  • Departures

  • Arrivals

TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth06:424BTransport for Wales
Delayed
Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International06:444ATransport for Wales
Delayed
Birmingham New Street to Paignton06:4211ACrossCountry
On time
Birmingham New Street to Redditch06:4312West Midlands Trains
On time
Birmingham New Street to Rugeley Trent Valley06:456AWest Midlands Trains
On time
TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Chester to Birmingham New Street04:191Transport for Wales
On time
Wolverhampton to Birmingham New Street06:184Avanti West Coast
On time
Four Oaks to Birmingham New Street06:153West Midlands Trains
On time
Redditch to Birmingham New Street06:031West Midlands Trains
On time
Birmingham International to Birmingham New Street06:242West Midlands Trains
On time

Station Details

Address

Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA

Ticket Office opening hours:

Monday to Saturday open from 05:15:00 until 21:00:00

Ticket Machine

Available

Facilities

Toilets

Toilets

WiFi

WiFi

Shops

Shops

Station Buffet

Station Buffet

ATM

ATM

Bicycle Facilities

Cycle storage

Cycle storage CCTV

Cycle storage notes

Services

Accessbility Facilities

Accessible Booking Office counter

Wheelchairs

Accessible ticket machines

Step-free access

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