Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street Trains From €6.56*

Travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street in approximately 1 hours 37 minutes with West Midland Trains.

You can travel between Liverpool and Birmingham New Street with West Midlands Trains, taking the Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street service. On the journey, you'll see a mix of historic towns and countryside views, including stops at key locations like Runcorn, Crewe and Stafford.

West Midlands Trains operates regular regional services across the West Midlands, connecting major cities like Birmingham, Liverpool, Coventry and Wolverhampton, as well as smaller towns and commuter routes. 

Known for accessible and frequent services, West Midlands Trains is a key provider for both local passengers in the area, as well as those travelling further afield.

Departing from Liverpool Lime Street

Liverpool Lime Street Station is a short walk from hotspot attractions in the city, like St George’s Hall and the Liverpool Empire Theatre. It’s easily reached via local buses, taxis and nearby Merseyrail connections at Liverpool Central and Lime Street Low Level stations.

If you're heading to Birmingham, direct trains from Liverpool Lime Street make the journey simple and convenient. Services are operated by West Midlands Trains, with other major destinations from the station including Manchester, London Euston, Leeds and Newcastle.

Main stops

When you’re travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street, you’ll stop at Mossley Hill, Liverpool South Parkway, Runcorn, Crewe, Stafford, Penkridge, Wolverhampton and Coseley, before arriving at Liverpool Lime Street. 

Arriving at Birmingham New Street

Birmingham New Street is the main train station in the city, and it’s located right in the centre of Birmingham and connected to the Bullring and Grand Central shopping complex. Close to Birmingham New Street, you’ll find landmarks such as Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome and the historic Victoria Square. These are all within walking distance of the station, making it an ideal starting point for your journey.

From New Street Station, you can catch direct train services to destinations across the UK, including London Euston, Manchester Piccadilly, Liverpool Lime Street, Cardiff Central and Edinburgh. The station is served by key train companies including Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales.

West Midlands Trains classes 

• Standard Class: When you’re travelling from Liverpool to Birmingham with West Midlands Trains, you can buy cheap train tickets with Standard Class, which offers a comfortable and affordable journey option. You can enjoy clean, spacious seating and onboard Wi-Fi on many services. You can buy cheap train tickets by booking in advance and using a railcard.
• First Class: There’s no Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street First Class with West Midlands Trains. All passengers travel in Standard Class.

West Midlands Trains travel advice

Here are the key things to know about journeying from Liverpool to Birmingham with West Midlands Trains: 

• Luggage - You can take up to three items of luggage free of charge. While there’s space for bags, passengers are encouraged to travel light.
• Bicycles - Bikes are welcome on board without a reservation, but space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. 
• Children - Children under 5 travel free on West Midlands Trains with a fare-paying adult. Kids aged 5 to 15 receive 50% off most fares, and 16 to 17 year olds can benefit from the 16-17 Saver Railcard.
• Pets - You can bring up to two dogs, cats or other small pets free of charge. Dogs must be kept on a lead, and smaller animals should be placed in a secure carrier.
• Passenger Assistance - If you need support, you can pre-book assistance for help with boarding, luggage, connections, or accessibility needs at the station or onboard. 

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