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Durham to Birmingham Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Durham to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $26.30, with average prices for this route around $41.30.

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

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Thu, May 1
Fri, May 2
From $38.12
Sat, May 3
From $26.30
Sun, May 4
From $38.12
Mon, May 5
From $38.12
Tue, May 6
From $38.12
Wed, May 7
From $38.12

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:41 Durham	09:07 Birmingham New Street	3h 26m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:37 Durham	09:28 Birmingham New Street	2h 51m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:53 Durham	10:04 Birmingham New Street	3h 11m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:53 Durham	11:06 Birmingham New Street	3h 13m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:48 Durham	11:28 Birmingham New Street	2h 40m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:53 Durham	12:03 Paris	3h 10m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Durham to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

05:41

Last train

22:59

Departure station

Durham

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

2h 37m

Distance

160 miles

Price

$26.30*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Durham to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Durham to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 travelers. You can discover more about 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 traveling from Durham 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%

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!

Travel in a group 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.

Durham to Birmingham Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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

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Durham to Birmingham Train prices and times

Durham to Birmingham Train Route Details

How to book cheap train tickets from Durham to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Travel in a group to save 1/3

Durham to Birmingham Train Ticket Types

Off-peak & Super Off-peak Train Tickets

Return train tickets

Advance train tickets

Season train tickets

Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

Split Tickets

National Rail Partners

No Booking Fees on the App

Online Customer Support

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