How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham start from R 590. The average price for this train route is around R 2 213. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Birmingham is 5h, covering a distance of 396 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 6m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , Avanti West Coast .

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

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Birmingham departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 18:52.

Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Edinburgh to Birmingham from R 937

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:52	Waverley	4h 14m	21:06	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	08:52	Waverley	4h 14m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:04	Waverley	5h	12:04	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	08:52	Waverley	4h 14m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:04	Waverley	5h	12:04	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:04	Waverley	6h 2m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	17:09	Waverley	5h 23m	22:32	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:04	Waverley	6h 2m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	08:08	Waverley	5h 57m	14:05	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	08:08	Waverley	5h 57m	14:05	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:08	Waverley	5h 57m	16:05	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	16:51	Waverley	4h 14m	21:05	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	09:08	Waverley	5h 58m	15:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	10:51	Waverley	4h 15m	15:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	09:08	Waverley	5h 58m	15:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:52	Waverley	4h 14m	21:06	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	08:52	Waverley	4h 14m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	08:52	Waverley	4h 14m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:03	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:05	Waverley	5h 2m	21:07	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	08:52	Waverley	4h 14m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	08:52	Waverley	4h 14m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:03	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:03	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	08:52	Waverley	4h 14m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	08:52	Waverley	4h 14m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	08:08	Waverley	4h 58m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Birmingham on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:52	Waverley	4h 14m	21:06	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	08:52	Waverley	4h 14m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	08:52	Waverley	4h 14m	13:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:03	Waverley	5h 1m	12:04	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:05 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh 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 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 822, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 10mAverage duration

395 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 362 - R 2 217	Average duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 590 - R 10 875	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 822 - R 1 027	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.2

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at R 590

Avanti West Coast Edinburgh Birmingham recent customer reviews

No words to express my feelings, just can say that it was wonderful.

Sayed A.

15 October 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh 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.

How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham start from R 590. The average price for this train route is around R 2 213. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Birmingham is 5h, covering a distance of 396 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 6m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Birmingham departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 18:52.
Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

R 1 280

11/12

R 1 330

Today

R 1 876

13/12

R 1 891

14/12

R 1 893

15/12

R 1 050

16/12

R 1 190

17/12

R 941

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 941

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

You can expect to pay from R 941 to R 10 500 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 941, which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.