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Dorking West to Birmingham train prices and times

Looking to travel from Dorking West to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 163.55, with average prices for this route around SAR 186.04.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:12 3h 15m, No direct Dorking West	09:27 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:12 3h 39m, No direct Dorking West	09:51 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:12 3h 53m, No direct Dorking West	10:05 Birmingham Moor Street	Find Tickets
07:04 3h 23m, No direct Dorking West	10:27 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
07:04 4h 1m, No direct Dorking West	11:05 Birmingham Moor Street	Find Tickets
07:50 3h 1m, No direct Dorking West	10:51 Paris	Find Tickets

Dorking West to Birmingham train route details

First train

06:12

Last train

22:57

Departure station

Dorking West

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

2h 53m

Distance

175 km

Price

SAR 163.55*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Dorking West to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Dorking West to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Dorking West to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Dorking West to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Dorking West to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Dorking West to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Trains from Dorking West to Birmingham from SAR 163.55

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Dorking West to Birmingham train prices and times

Dorking West to Birmingham train route details