Liverpool to Birmingham Trains From £11.50*

When travelling directly, getting from Liverpool to Birmingham with West Midlands Trains takes just under two hours.

On your journey, you’ll leave Merseyside and head south through the midlands to reach Birmingham.

West Midlands Trains runs a broad network that covers significant Midlands cities, including Birmingham and Wolverhampton, as well as many smaller towns. It offers regular connections between the West Midlands and London Euston, linking smaller commuter towns in areas like Hertfordshire to the capital.

Departing from Liverpool Lime Street

Liverpool Lime Street Station is a vital rail hub in the UK, serving numerous destinations in England, Scotland, and Wales, including London Euston, Glasgow, Edinburgh Waverley, and Cardiff.

The station is very easy to get to. For instance, the Wirral Line provides direct access to Liverpool Lime Street via the city’s Merseyrail network. Liverpool’s main bus station on Roe Street is only a few minutes’ walk from the station, and taxis can also drop you off on the Skelhorne Street side of the station.

Many UK rail operators run their services via Liverpool Lime Street. They include West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Northern, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, and London Northwestern Railway.

Main stops

There are ten stops from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street:

• Liverpool South Parkway
• Runcorn
• Acton Bridge
• Hartford
• Winsford
• Crewe
• Stafford
• Penkridge
• Wolverhampton
• Smethwick Galton Bridge

Yet, these stops may change due to unforeseen circumstances like sudden scheduling changes, engineering work, or poor weather. It’s best to double-check before you travel to make sure.

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Arriving at Birmingham New Street

Birmingham New Street is the largest and busiest railway station in the city. The main exits of the station are located on Stephenson Street, Smallbrook Queensway, Hill Street, and Navigation Street.

Public transport options are available from these exits to help you navigate the city. Taxis can be found at the Stephenson Street and Victoria Square exit, while bus stops are located along Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street. Additionally, there are connections to the Midland Metro tram network.

If you need to reach the airport, there is a regular train service from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International Airport, which takes about ten to fifteen minutes.

Birmingham is the perfect place if you’re looking for a great day out. You’ll find the Bullring & Grand Central shopping mall near the station, as well as The Arcadian and the Great Western Arcade. They’re all filled with bars and restaurants to indulge in after a day of retail therapy, too.

West Midlands Trains train classes

• Standard Class: Comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.
• First Class: West Midlands Trains does not have any First Class sections on any of their trains.

West Midlands Trains train travel advice

• Luggage: Maximum of three items of luggage. This goes up to two larger items and one smaller bag.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Bikes can be stored free of charge, but space is limited. There is no need to book a space.
• Children: Up to two children aged four and under can travel for free with a paying adult guardian. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger Assist: We assist with boarding and alighting (including ramps and sight guidance), station navigation, and luggage handling as per our luggage policy. Additionally, we provide advice on facilities available on board and at stations.

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