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Shortlands to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times
Looking to travel from Shortlands to Birmingham New Street? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £11.50, with average prices for this route around £26.00.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
12:51 Shortlands | 15:27 Birmingham New Street |   | Find Tickets |
12:51 Shortlands | 16:18 Birmingham New Street |   | Find Tickets |
12:55 Shortlands | 15:27 Birmingham New Street |  | Find Tickets |
13:06 Shortlands | 15:48 Birmingham New Street | | Find Tickets |
13:21 Shortlands | 15:56 Birmingham New Street | | Find Tickets |
13:24 Shortlands | 15:56 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Shortlands to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details
First train
00:11
Last train
23:06
Journey time
2h 31m
Distance
177 km
Price
£11.50*
How to book cheap train tickets from Shortlands to Birmingham New Street
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 Shortlands to Birmingham New Street 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 Shortlands to Birmingham New Street 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 for greater savings
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Shortlands to Birmingham New Street, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.
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 Shortlands to Birmingham New Street 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 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 Shortlands to Birmingham New Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Shortlands to Birmingham New Street train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Shortlands to Birmingham New Street with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.