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Forest Gate to Birmingham Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Forest Gate to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 128.67, with average prices for this route around QAR 128.67.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
23:41 6h 34m, Changes required Forest Gate	06:15 +1 Birmingham New Street	Elizabeth lineWest Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Forest Gate to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

00:26

Last train

23:41

Departure station

Forest Gate

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

2h 6m

Distance

168 km

Price

QAR 128.67*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, Chiltern Railways

How to book cheap train tickets from Forest Gate to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Forest Gate to Birmingham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Forest Gate to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Forest Gate to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Forest Gate to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Forest Gate to Birmingham 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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Trains from Forest Gate to Birmingham from QAR 128.67

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