How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Lichfield?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Lichfield start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £9. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Lichfield?

The average train journey time from Birmingham to Lichfield is 37m, covering a distance of 15 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 33m and is operated by West Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Lichfield route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 17 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Lichfield?

The earliest train from Birmingham to Lichfield departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 23:07.

Train Birmingham to Lichfield from £7

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Birmingham to Lichfield on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:36	Birmingham New Street	38m	17:14	Lichfield City	No tags
Train	17:06	Birmingham New Street	38m	17:44	Lichfield City	No tags
Train	17:06	Birmingham New Street	33m	17:39	Shenstone	No tags
Train	17:36	Birmingham New Street	38m	18:14	Lichfield City	No tags
Train	17:36	Birmingham New Street	33m	18:09	Shenstone	No tags

Get from Birmingham to Lichfield

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 37 minutes, and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17train per day

37mAverage duration

15 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

West Midlands Railway

2.5/55 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0

Based on 5 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. West Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £8

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Lichfield by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Lichfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Lichfield start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £9. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Lichfield?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Lichfield is 37m, covering a distance of 15 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 33m and is operated by West Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Lichfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 17 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Lichfield?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Lichfield departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 23:07.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

£7

11/12

£8

Today

£7

13/12

£8

14/12

£8

15/12

£8

16/12

£8

17/12

£8

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Lichfield was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Lichfield as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £7 to £8 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Lichfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-16.