Trains tickets from Edinburgh to Birmingham

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TomorrowMay 3
from $127
SunMay 4
from $127
MonMay 5
from $90
TueMay 6
from $73
WedMay 7
from $62
ThuMay 8
from $48
FriMay 9
from $62
SatMay 10

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Waverley
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham New Street
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Waverley
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham New Street
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Waverley
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham New Street
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Waverley
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham New Street
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Waverley
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham New Street
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Birmingham.

Average Price$19 - $120Average Duration9h 30m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Average Price$35 - $635Average Duration4h 59m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average Price$28 - $38Average Duration5h 30m
17kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Edinburgh to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 4 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day
4h 59mAverage Duration
$35Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Train Edinburgh to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$131
Average train trip duration4h 59m
Number of daily trains9
Earliest train departure7:04am
Distance245 miles (395 km)
Latest train departure6:52pm

Edinburgh to Birmingham Train

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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
04/30
$168
05/01
$48
Today
$112
05/03
$127
05/04
$127
05/05
$90
05/06
$73
05/07
$62
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham was searched and found on May 1, 2025 with a price of $48

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 $48 to $623 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 $62 which is on 2025-05-07.

Usually RDG_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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