Blantyre to Birmingham by Train
Traveling by train to Birmingham from Blantyre is usually a pleasant, relaxing and scenic journey.
As with all rail travel in the United Kingdom unless you book your ticket far in advance the price of your train ticket to Birmingham from Blantyre could be rather costly, especially if you book to travel during peak times.
However, by using this journey planner to check train times and compare Blantyre to Birmingham train ticket prices, even just before you travel, you could still find availability of the cheapest advance fare train tickets, more so if you are able to change your departure time to be a few minutes earlier or later.
Blantyre to Birmingham Train Timetables
Both personalised and comprehensive train timetables for trains operating between Blantyre and Birmingham may be viewed and downloaded here.
Birmingham Train Stations
Birmingham is a major transport hub in the UK and boasts several key train stations that connect the city nationally and locally.
Birmingham New Street, is Birmingham's central station handling over 50 million passengers annually. It serves as a primary interchange for CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Railway, linking Birmingham to London, Manchester and beyond. The station underwent a major redevelopment in 2015, featuring a modern concourse with shops and eateries.
Birmingham Moor Street offers a charming contrast with its restored Edwardian architecture. Primarily serving Chiltern Railways, it provides routes to London Marylebone and local services. Moor Street retains historical elements, including vintage signage, while accommodating modern travel needs.
Birmingham Snow Hill, another key station, serves local and regional routes, including West Midlands Railway services to Worcester and Stratford-upon-Avon. Its striking red-brick design reflects early 20th-century railway architecture.
Birmingham International Station connects to Birmingham Airport via a free shuttle, making it vital for air-rail transfers. It also serves the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) and offers frequent trains to London Euston and the wider rail network.
Smaller stations like Jewellery Quarter and Five Ways support local commuters, ensuring efficient travel within the West Midlands.
With ongoing investments in rail infrastructure, Birmingham’s stations continue to enhance connectivity, supporting the city’s growth as a commercial and cultural centre. Whether for long-distance journeys or daily commutes, Birmingham’s rail network remains indispensable.
IMPORTANT: If you use this journey planner to book your Blantyre to Birmingham train journey your ticket will include travel on any other trains, including the London Underground, that you may need take to reach your final destination. You will not need to purchase any additional tickets.
Blantyre Station Information
As your train journey to Birmingham begins in Blantyre you may find the following additional information useful:
Train Operators Serving Blantyre
Facilities at Blantyre Railway Station:
Car Parking at Blantyre Train Station
Blantyre Station Address
- Station Rd, Blantyre G72 9BB
