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Birmingham New Street to Whitechapel Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham New Street to Whitechapel? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £9.90, with average prices for this route around £16.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
15:36 2h 43m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	18:19 Whitechapel	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
15:36 3h 10m, Direct Birmingham New Street	18:46 Whitechapel	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
15:47 2h 4m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	17:51 Whitechapel	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
15:47 2h 14m, Direct Birmingham New Street	18:01 Whitechapel		Find Tickets
16:02 3h 19m, Direct Birmingham New Street	19:21 Whitechapel		Find Tickets
16:06 3h 13m, Direct Birmingham New Street	19:19 Paris	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Birmingham New Street to Whitechapel Train Route Details

First train

05:02

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Whitechapel

Journey time

2h 4m

Distance

165 km

Price

£9.90*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Elizabeth line

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Whitechapel

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 Birmingham New Street to Whitechapel can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham New Street to Whitechapel for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Birmingham New Street to Whitechapel, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham New Street to Whitechapel ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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.

Birmingham New Street to Whitechapel 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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Birmingham New Street to Whitechapel Train prices and times

Birmingham New Street to Whitechapel Train Route Details