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Avanti West Coast
GBP 16-801h 16m - 1h 30m
Depart: Multiple times per hour (e.g., every 15-30 minutes)Arrive: Varies by departure
Direct high-speed train services connecting London Euston to Birmingham New Street.
Avanti West Coast operates from London Euston to Birmingham New Street. Advance tickets often offer significant savings. First Class upgrades are available, offering extra legroom and complimentary refreshments.
Chiltern Railways
GBP 45-462h 3m - 2h 15m
Depart: Hourly departuresArrive: Varies by departure
Train services connecting London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Street.
Chiltern Railways offers a comfortable journey from London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Street, providing an alternative route for travelers.
West Midlands Railway
GBP 12-86Approx. 1h 20m - 2h
Depart: Frequent departures dailyArrive: Varies by departure
Regional train services between London and Birmingham.
West Midlands Railway offers services on this route, providing additional options for travel between the two cities.
Bus via
National Express
GBP 4.90-252h 20m - 4h 0m
Depart: Multiple services throughout the day, from early morning to late eveningArrive: Varies by departure
Extensive coach services connecting London Victoria Coach Station and other London stops to Birmingham Coach Station.
National Express offers a cost-effective way to travel, with services departing from London Victoria Coach Station and several other points in London. Faster services may have fewer stops.
Megabus
GBP 5-202h 50m - 4h 30m
Depart: Several daily departuresArrive: Varies by departure
Budget-friendly coach travel between London and Birmingham.
Megabus provides competitive fares and connects major cities, often using London Victoria Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. Booking in advance typically yields the best prices.
FlixBus
GBP 7-15Approx. 2h 45m
Depart: Approximately 23 departures per day, including night servicesArrive: Varies by departure
Green coach travel with multiple daily connections between London and Birmingham.
FlixBus offers direct services with onboard facilities like restrooms. Departure and drop-off points may vary in London and Birmingham.
Drive via
Self-Drive
Fuel: GBP 20-25; Tolls: GBP 6-11 (M6 Toll)2h 12m - 2h 31m
Depart: FlexibleArrive: Flexible
Driving your own vehicle from London to Birmingham.
The driving distance is approximately 113-118 miles (182-190 km). The M6 Toll road offers a faster route to bypass Birmingham traffic, but incurs an additional charge. Fuel costs are estimates and can vary based on vehicle efficiency and current fuel prices.
Fly via
Multiple Airlines (e.g., easyJet, Ryanair, Wizz Air UK)
GBP 40-200+Minimum 3h 10m (with stops), often 7h+ due to connections
Depart: Several daily departures from various London airportsArrive: Varies by departure and connection
Connecting flights between various London airports and Birmingham Airport (BHX). Direct flights are generally not available for this domestic route.
Due to the relatively short distance and efficient ground transport options, flying between London and Birmingham is generally not the most practical or time-efficient choice, as flights are typically indirect and involve significant travel time to and from airports. London airports include Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN), Luton (LTN), and London City (LCY). Birmingham Airport (BHX) is located southeast of the city.
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