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West Croydon to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Planning a journey from West Croydon to Birmingham New Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$16.21, with average prices for this route around US$36.65. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
16:01 2h 26m, No direct West Croydon	18:27 Birmingham New Street	London Overground	Find Tickets
16:01 3h 16m, No direct West Croydon	19:17 Birmingham New Street	London Overground	Find Tickets
16:05 2h 43m, No direct West Croydon	18:48 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
16:10 2h 46m, No direct West Croydon	18:56 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
16:10 3h 38m, No direct West Croydon	19:48 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
16:16 2h 40m, No direct West Croydon	18:56 Paris	London Overground	Find Tickets

West Croydon to Birmingham New Street train route details

First train

05:31

Last train

23:35

Departure station

West Croydon

Arrival station

Birmingham New Street

Journey time

2h 25m

Distance

174 km

Price

US$16.21*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, London Overground

How to book cheap train tickets from West Croydon 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 West Croydon 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 West Croydon 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%

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 West Croydon 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%

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

West Croydon 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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