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Essex Road to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Essex Road to Birmingham New Street, starting from NZD 26.59 and averaging NZD 62.84. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 55m. 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
05:48 2h 12m, No direct Essex Road	08:00 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:05 3h 13m, No direct Essex Road	09:18 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:26 2h 1m, No direct Essex Road	08:27 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:33 2h 15m, No direct Essex Road	08:48 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:34 3h 13m, No direct Essex Road	09:47 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
06:56 2h, No direct Essex Road	08:56 Paris	Find Tickets

Essex Road to Birmingham New Street train route details

First train

00:29

Last train

23:48

Departure station

Essex Road

Arrival station

Birmingham New Street

Journey time

1h 55m

Distance

162 km

Price

NZD 26.59*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Essex Road to Birmingham New Street

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Essex Road to Birmingham New Street can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Essex Road to Birmingham New Street for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Essex Road to Birmingham New Street, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Essex Road to Birmingham New Street ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Essex Road to Birmingham New Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Essex Road to Birmingham New Street train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Essex Road to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

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