The cheapest and fastest trains from West Bromwich to Birmingham
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West Bromwich to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from West Bromwich to Birmingham will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 2 trains that leave West Bromwich for Birmingham on Mon, Dec 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for West Bromwich to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from West Bromwich to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €1, and a bus costs an average of €3.
Distance: 4 miles (8 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€3 Average price Cheapest | €4 Average price |
41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
West Bromwich to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for West Bromwich to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:53 AM West Bromwich | 0h11 | 5:04 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM West Bromwich | 0h12 | 3:32 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book West Bromwich to Birmingham trains with Omio?
West Midlands Trains as well as Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Chiltern Railways offer trains services from West Bromwich to Birmingham. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from West Bromwich to Birmingham.
Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Chiltern Railways to find the best option for your trip from West Bromwich to Birmingham.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While West Midlands Trains tickets can be bought on West Midlands Trains's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Chiltern Railways to help you choose the right option for your journey from West Bromwich to Birmingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from West Bromwich to Birmingham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from West Bromwich to Birmingham
Trains from West Bromwich to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $2 (€1) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 4 miles (8 km) distance in 10m.
Distance 4 miles (8 km) |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€1) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways from West Bromwich to Birmingham trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between West Bromwich and Birmingham from $2 (€1). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
Transport for Wales
Avanti West Coast
Chiltern Railways
FAQs: Trains from West Bromwich to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Bromwich to Birmingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from West Bromwich to Birmingham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located outside the Main Ticket Office at the station entrance. The National key toilets are located outside the Main Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. All toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 05:20-20:00, Saturday 05:20-19:00 and Sunday 08:00-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Picks up/sets down on Bromford Road at the public service bus stop next to the steps/ramp to the station front.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00 None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located outside the Ticket Office.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: By the Ticket Office.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Walsall Road - Outside station front off slip road to car park
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 16:00 Friday 07:00 - 18:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: The public service bus stop outside station entrance.
- Opening hours: Monday Closed Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 12:00 Friday 07:00 - 10:00 Saturday 12:00 - 14:00 Sunday 09:00 - 14:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Bordesley Green Road - Outside booking hall entrance.
- Opening hours: Monday 07:00 - 10:3012:00 - 18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 11:0012:00 - 18:00 Friday 07:00 - 11:0015:00 - 18:00 Saturday 11:00 - 15:00 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Lichfield Road - under railway bridge at public service bus stop near to bottom of stairs for Platform 1 Walsall bound platform
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