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

The average train ticket price from Liverpool to Birmingham is $24. The best way to find train tickets from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Birmingham?

A train trip between Liverpool and Birmingham is around 1h 37m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 24m. This is the time it takes to travel the 79 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Liverpool and Birmingham?

The number of trains from Liverpool to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 21. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Liverpool to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Liverpool to Birmingham?

When taking the train from Liverpool to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.

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

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

Train Liverpool to Birmingham from $17

Next train departures

Next departures for Liverpool to Birmingham on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:33pm	Liverpool Lime Street	1h 45m	5:18pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	9:24am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 24m	10:48am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 28m	8:48am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	9:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:22am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 26m	9:48am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	10:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	11:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:24pm	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 24m	4:48pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Liverpool to Birmingham on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:43pm	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	5:20pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	9:24am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 24m	10:48am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	9:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:21am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 27m	9:48am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	10:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	11:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:24pm	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 24m	4:48pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	4:24pm	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 24m	5:48pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Liverpool to Birmingham on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43pm	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 35m	9:18pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	10:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 35m	12:18pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	11:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 35m	1:18pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:43am	Liverpool Lime Street	1h 38m	11:21am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:43pm	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 35m	5:18pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:43am	Liverpool Lime Street	1h 38m	11:21am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	4:43pm	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 35m	6:18pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:43pm	Liverpool Lime Street	2h 23m	6:06pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Liverpool to Birmingham on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:24pm	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 24m	4:48pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	9:24am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 24m	10:48am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 28m	8:48am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	9:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:22am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 26m	9:48am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	10:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	11:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:43pm	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 35m	5:18pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Liverpool to Birmingham on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:24pm	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 24m	4:48pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	9:24am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 24m	10:48am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 28m	8:48am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	9:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:22am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 26m	9:48am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	10:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	11:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:43pm	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 35m	5:18pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Liverpool to Birmingham on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:24pm	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 24m	4:48pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	9:24am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 24m	10:48am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 28m	8:48am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	9:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:22am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 26m	9:48am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	10:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:43am	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 37m	11:20am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:43pm	Liverpool South Parkway	1h 35m	5:18pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Liverpool to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

79 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $45	Average Duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $92	Average Duration1h 37m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$13 - $22	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 5kg 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

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Liverpool - Birmingham

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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

11/11

$17

11/12

$17

Today

$17

11/14

$19

11/15

$22

11/16

$22

11/17

$17

11/18

$17

The cheapest trip from Liverpool to Birmingham was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $86 for a train ticket from Liverpool to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-11-17.

Usually Avanti West Coast 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.