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

The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Birmingham is $183. The best way to find train tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

A train trip between Edinburgh and Birmingham is around 5h, although the fastest train will take about 4h 6m. This is the time it takes to travel the 246 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Edinburgh and Birmingham?

The number of trains from Edinburgh to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

When taking the train from Edinburgh to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast.

What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

Once in Birmingham, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Spa, The National Sea Life, Twycross Zoo, City Canal Tour, Gas Street Basin.

Train Edinburgh to Birmingham from $59

Next departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham on October 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:52pm	Waverley	4h 14m	9:06pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
4:52pm	Waverley	4h 14m	9:06pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
3:05pm	Waverley	5h	8:05pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
3:05pm	Waverley	5h	8:05pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
4:07pm	Waverley	4h 59m	9:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham on October 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:05pm	Waverley	5h 4m	11:09pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
4:51pm	Waverley	4h 14m	9:05pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
9:08am	Waverley	4h 56m	2:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
10:51am	Waverley	4h 15m	3:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
9:08am	Waverley	4h 56m	2:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham on October 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:52pm	Waverley	4h 14m	9:06pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
8:52am	Waverley	4h 14m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
7:04am	Waverley	5h	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
8:52am	Waverley	4h 14m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
7:04am	Waverley	5h	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham on October 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:52am	Waverley	4h 14m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
7:04am	Waverley	5h	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
8:52am	Waverley	4h 14m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
7:04am	Waverley	5h	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
4:52pm	Waverley	4h 14m	9:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Birmingham on October 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:07am	Waverley	4h 59m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
9:07am	Waverley	4h 57m	2:04pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
7:04am	Waverley	5h	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
7:04am	Waverley	5h	12:04pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
8:07am	Waverley	4h 59m	1:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:10 PM BST.

Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Birmingham.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $103	Average Duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$63 - $645	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$31 - $41	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Edinburgh to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6hAverage Duration

$31Cheapest ticket

17kgCO₂ emissions

Train Edinburgh to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$183

Average train trip duration5h

Number of daily trains8

Earliest train departure7:03am

Distance245 miles (395 km)

Latest train departure6:52pm

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/543 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4

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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at $63

Avanti West Coast Edinburgh Birmingham recent customer reviews

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

Sayed A.

October 15, 2022

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/02

$109

10/03

$98

Today

$109

10/05

$98

10/06

$61

10/07

$71

10/08

$68

10/09

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The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham was searched and found on Oct 6, 2025 with a price of $61

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 $61 to $607 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 $61 which is on 2025-10-06.

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.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Birmingham, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Edinburgh and Birmingham compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Edinburgh to Birmingham, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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