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Liverpool James Street to Birmingham train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Liverpool James Street to Birmingham, starting from NZD 32.41 and averaging NZD 90.97. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 54m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:20 Liverpool James Street | 07:37 Birmingham New Street |   | Find Tickets |
05:53 Liverpool James Street | 07:48 Birmingham New Street | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
06:19 Liverpool James Street | 08:20 Birmingham New Street | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
06:53 Liverpool James Street | 08:48 Birmingham New Street | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
07:19 Liverpool James Street | 09:20 Birmingham New Street | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
07:22 Liverpool James Street | 09:33 Paris |  | Find Tickets |
Liverpool James Street to Birmingham train route details
First train
05:20
Last train
23:55
Journey time
1h 54m
Distance
127 km
Price
NZD 32.41*
How to book cheap train tickets from Liverpool James Street to Birmingham
Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Liverpool James Street 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
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
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 Liverpool James Street 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, 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 Liverpool James Street to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Liverpool James Street to Birmingham 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:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.