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St Albans Abbey to Birmingham train prices and times

Planning a journey from St Albans Abbey to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 20.25, with average prices for this route around NZD 28.07. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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03:17
St Albans Abbey
07:44
Birmingham New Street
4h 27m, No directThameslinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains
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03:46
St Albans Abbey
08:05
Birmingham Moor Street
4h 19m, No directThameslinkChiltern Railways
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04:15
St Albans Abbey
08:35
Birmingham Moor Street
4h 20m, No directThameslinkChiltern Railways
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04:57
St Albans Abbey
09:05
Birmingham Moor Street
4h 8m, No directThameslinkChiltern Railways
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05:04
St Albans Abbey
08:45
Birmingham New Street
3h 41m, No directThameslinkEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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05:28
St Albans Abbey
09:15
Paris
3h 47m, No directThameslinkEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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St Albans Abbey to Birmingham train route details

First train
First train
03:17
Last train
Last train
23:08
Departure station
Departure station
St Albans Abbey
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
1h 39m
Distance
Distance
134 km
Price
Price
NZD 20.25*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from St Albans Abbey to Birmingham

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 St Albans Abbey to Birmingham 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from St Albans Abbey to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 St Albans Abbey 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

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 St Albans Abbey to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

St Albans Abbey 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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