How much is the train ticket from Wolverhampton to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Wolverhampton to Birmingham start from $4. The average price for this train route is around $12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Wolverhampton to Birmingham?

The average train ride duration from Wolverhampton to Birmingham is 39m, covering a distance of 16 miles (26 km). The quickest train can get you there in 17m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Wolverhampton to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 31 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway , Avanti West Coast , Transport for Wales , CrossCountry .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Wolverhampton to Birmingham?

The earliest train departs from Wolverhampton to Birmingham at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:23pm.

What is the best train operator from Wolverhampton 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 46 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Wolverhampton to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Transport for Wales , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Wolverhampton to Birmingham from $5

Next train departures

Next departures for Wolverhampton to Birmingham on March 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:36pm	Cosford	50m	7:26pm	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	7:36pm	Cosford	50m	8:26pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:36pm	Cosford	50m	9:26pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Wolverhampton to Birmingham on March 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:11pm	Wolverhampton	21m	3:32pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	3:15pm	Wolverhampton	18m	3:33pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:47am	Bilbrook	39m	8:26am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:11am	Wolverhampton	21m	7:32am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:15am	Wolverhampton	22m	7:37am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:50 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Wolverhampton to Birmingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

19 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$4 - $16	Average Duration39m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

West Midlands Railway

2.5/55 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

Transport for Wales

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

CrossCountry

4.5/546 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi3.9

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wolverhampton to Birmingham by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Wolverhampton to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Wolverhampton to Birmingham start from $4. The average price for this train route is around $12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wolverhampton to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Wolverhampton to Birmingham is 39m, covering a distance of 16 miles (26 km). The quickest train can get you there in 17m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Wolverhampton to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 31 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Wolverhampton to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Wolverhampton to Birmingham at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:23pm.
What is the best train operator from Wolverhampton 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 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wolverhampton to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Wolverhampton to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wolverhampton to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

03/14

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03/15

$9

Today

$6

03/17

$5

03/18

$6

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The cheapest trip from Wolverhampton to Birmingham was searched and found on Mar 17, 2026 with a price of $5

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

You can expect to pay from $5 to $15 for a train ticket from Wolverhampton to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2026-03-17.

Usually West Midlands Railway 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.