Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International Trains From £2.30*

Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International in minutes with frequent, convenient CrossCountry services. Rail passengers have a wide range of train stations to make getting around the UK’s second-largest city simple. To get from the city centre to Birmingham International takes just 9 minutes with CrossCountry.

Along the short journey, you’ll pass through Birmingham’s suburban sprawl, arriving quickly at your destination, whether it’s the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham Airport, or onward connections.

CrossCountry operates an extensive network of trains across England, Scotland, and Wales, providing connections between seven of the UK's 10 largest cities, such as Leeds, Manchester, Edinburgh, Newcastle, and Birmingham.

Departing from Birmingham New Street

The busiest and most centrally located of all Birmingham’s stations, Birmingham New Street is one of the UK’s major rail hubs.

Close to Birmingham’s top attractions like the Bullring and Birmingham Cathedral, the station has a striking modern design. While you wait to board, browse a range of shops, relax over a coffee, or kick back in comfortable waiting areas. The station has accessible toilets, step-free access, and all the other accessibility requirements you would expect for a major station.

As one of the best-connected stations in the Midlands, Birmingham New Street is also easy to reach. Start your journey at New Street by arriving on buses that drop passengers off directly outside the station, or if you are on your bike, make use of the bicycle storage facilities at the station.

From Birmingham New Street, travel by train to London, Cambridge, Manchester, Edinburgh, or Liverpool. The main operators at the station are Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, London Northwestern Railway, and Transport for Wales.

Main Stops

On CrossCountry trains from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International, there are usually no stops.

Arriving at Birmingham International

Located to the east of Birmingham city centre in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull, Birmingham International station is a convenient access point to the National Exhibition Centre, the Resorts World Arena, and Birmingham Airport.

With good amenities, including accessible toilets, public Wi-Fi, comfortable seating areas, and food counters, your arrival at Birmingham International will be practical and pleasant. The station also has step-free access from all platforms, plus an induction loop, and tactile paving. Opened in 1976, the station is managed by Avanti West Coast.

Walk to the National Exhibition Centre quickly from Birmingham International, or board local bus route 17A for quick, easy access. Hotels are also in easy reach of the station, if you are staying over.

From Birmingham International, travel on CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, and West Midlands Trains to Birmingham New Street, London Euston, Manchester Piccadilly, Bournemouth, and more.

CrossCountry train classes

• Standard Class: The most affordable way to make the short trip across Birmingham is with Standard Class tickets. At the lowest prices, enjoy a comfortable travel experience, including plug sockets for charging, optional tables, and free onboard Wi-Fi.
• First Class: If you want a premium experience, buy Birmingham New Street to  Birmingham International First Class tickets. Individual tables and wide reclining seats offer the most luxurious travel experience for this short journey.

CrossCountry train travel advice

• Luggage: On CrossCountry trains, take up to three items of luggage for free. Bring one small bag, one cabin-size case, and one large suitcase, making use of end-of-aisle racks, overhead racks, and under-seat storage to secure items safely.
• Pets: Travel with a maximum of two dogs, cats, or other small animals per (human) passenger. Remember to keep pets on a lead or in a secure carrier, and do not endanger or inconvenience other passengers or staff.
• Bicycles: To take a bike from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International, reserve a space (for free) before you board. Spaces are limited and subject to conditions.
• Children: Passengers under 5 go free with CrossCountry, and those aged 5 to 15 can travel with a 50% reduction. Add a Family & Friends Railcard to your booking for even more savings, including ⅓ off group travel for a whole year.
• Passenger Assist: For help with your journey, book support at least two hours before your departure, or speak to station staff.

Travelling by train from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International is frequent and affordable with West Midlands Trains. On direct routes between the two Birmingham stations, you can reach your destination in around 18 minutes.

West Midlands Trains (WMT) connects Birmingham with cities and towns throughout the West Midlands, including Coventry, Leamington, and Nuneaton. 

Main stops

When travelling with West Midlands Trains service from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International, your train will typically call at Adderley Park, Stechford, Lea Hall, and Marston Green.

West Midlands Trains classes

All tickets from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International with West Midlands Trains are Standard Class. Make the speedy journey between Birmingham stations in spacious seats within comfortable, peaceful carriages.

West Midlands Trains travel advice

• Luggage: Bring up to three items of luggage on West Midlands Trains services, provided that bags do not obstruct doorways or other passengers.
• Pets: Each (human) passenger can travel with a maximum of two dogs or other small domestic animals for free.
• Bicycles: West Midlands Trains always provides space for at least one bike. If you want to take yours from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International, aim to arrive early at the platform, as these will be allocated on a first-comefirst-served, first-served basis.
• Children: Under 5s travel free on all National Rail services, with savings available too for older children. A Friends and Family Railcard is a great way to save even more on your train journeys.
• Passenger Assist: Book Passenger Assist before you travel for extra help completing your journey. Available support includes help with boarding trains and help navigating the stations.

For fast services from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International, choose Avanti West Coast. This operator of long-distance trains provides the direct route for the short journey from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International.

Avanti West Coast transports passengers along the West Coast Main Line between Milton Keynes Central, Birmingham New Street, Glasgow Central, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly.

Main Stops

From Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International with Avanti West Coast, you will not typically call at any stations before your final destination.

Avanti West Coast train classes

• Standard Class: Travelling in Avanti Standard Class coaches is an enjoyable and comfortable experience, featuring spacious seats and complimentary Wi-Fi as standard.
• Standard Premium Class: For a little extra luxury on your trip and to secure a window seat with a plug socket, upgrade to Standard Premium Class. You’ll get a wider, more comfortable seat with additional legroom, as well as access to Wi-Fi.
• First Class: For the optimal travel experience with Avanti West Coast, choose a Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International First Class ticket. Benefit from a guaranteed table at your seat, plus access to the Avanti West Coast First Class Lounge.

Avanti West Coast train travel advice

• Luggage: You can bring up to two items of luggage no bigger than 30 x 70 x 90 cm on Avanti trains. Remember to store items safely in designated luggage racks or above your seat.
• Pets: Dogs and small pets are welcome to travel on Avanti trains, provided you keep them on a lead or in a pet carrier at all times.
• Bicycles: Bike space reservations are mandatory for trains from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International.
• Children: Young travellers go free or at reduced rates on all Avanti West Coast trains. If you want to save even more on your trip, buy a Friends and Family Railcard.
• Passenger Assist: Book Avanti West Coast Passenger Assist up to two hours before departure for help navigating the station, using ramps to board or disembark, or anything else you might need.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.