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Luton to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Looking to travel from Luton to Birmingham New Street? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £12.50, with average prices for this route around £32.00.

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

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15:55
3h 20m, No direct
Luton
19:15
Birmingham New Street
East Midlands RailwayAvanti West CoastCrossCountry
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15:57
3h 50m, No direct
Luton
19:47
Birmingham New Street
ThameslinkChiltern RailwaysCrossCountry
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16:09
2h 31m, No direct
Luton
18:40
Birmingham New Street
East Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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16:27
3h 50m, No direct
Luton
20:17
Birmingham New Street
ThameslinkChiltern RailwaysCrossCountry
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16:39
2h 36m, No direct
Luton
19:15
Birmingham New Street
East Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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16:55
3h 20m, No direct
Luton
20:15
Paris
East Midlands RailwayAvanti West CoastCrossCountry
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Luton to Birmingham New Street train route details

First train
First train
00:02
Last train
Last train
23:32
Departure station
Departure station
Luton
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham New Street
Journey time
Journey time
2h
Distance
Distance
121 km
Price
Price
£12.50*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Luton to Birmingham New Street

Travelling in off-peak train times

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 Luton to Birmingham New Street can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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%

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 Luton to Birmingham New Street, 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%

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 Luton 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

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Luton 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.