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Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham, starting from NZD 63.19 and averaging NZD 63.19. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 22m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
18:35 4h 22m, No direct Edinburgh Gateway	22:57 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
19:25 12h 41m, No direct Edinburgh Gateway	08:06 +1 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
19:25 13h 3m, No direct Edinburgh Gateway	08:28 +1 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
22:58 11h 8m, No direct Edinburgh Gateway	10:06 +1 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
22:58 12h 8m, No direct Edinburgh Gateway	11:06 +1 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
22:58 12h 9m, No direct Edinburgh Gateway	11:07 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham train route details

First train

07:25

Last train

22:58

Departure station

Edinburgh Gateway

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

4h 22m

Distance

396 km

Price

NZD 63.19*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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 Edinburgh Gateway 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh Gateway 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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Edinburgh Gateway to Birmingham train prices and times

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