Train from Bournemouth to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Bournemouth to Birmingham on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Bournemouth
Birmingham New StreetCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Bournemouth
Birmingham New StreetFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Bournemouth
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Bournemouth
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Bournemouth
Birmingham New StreetNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bournemouth to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 423, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 40mAverage duration
197 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 289 - R 3 310Average duration5h 55m
5kg CO₂e
Average priceR 577 - R 8 127Average duration3h 6m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 423 - R 426Average duration2h 40m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bournemouth to Birmingham by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Bournemouth to Birmingham?

    The cheapest train tickets from Bournemouth to Birmingham start from R 577. The average price for this train route is around R 3 175. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Bournemouth to Birmingham?

    The average train journey time from Bournemouth to Birmingham is 3h 6m, covering a distance of 195 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 3m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Bournemouth to Birmingham route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 10 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham?

    The earliest train from Bournemouth to Birmingham departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 19:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
R 827
10/12
No data
Today
R 820
12/12
R 821
13/12
No data
14/12
No data
15/12
R 550
16/12
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Birmingham was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 550

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

You can expect to pay from R 550 to R 7 738 for a train ticket from Bournemouth to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 550, which is on 2025-12-15.

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