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Windermere to Birmingham train prices and times

Planning a journey from Windermere to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £18.50, with average prices for this route around £18.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
15:00 3h 6m, No direct Windermere	18:06 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
16:00 3h 6m, No direct Windermere	19:06 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
17:07 2h 59m, No direct Windermere	20:06 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
18:06 3h, No direct Windermere	21:06 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
18:55 2h 53m, No direct Windermere	21:48 Birmingham New Street	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:48 3h, No direct Windermere	22:48 Paris		Find Tickets

Windermere to Birmingham train route details

First train

06:42

Last train

22:29

Departure station

Windermere

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

2h 53m

Distance

222 km

Price

£18.50*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Windermere to Birmingham

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 Windermere to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

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 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 Windermere 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%

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 Windermere 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

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 Windermere to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Windermere 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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Windermere to Birmingham train prices and times

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