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Trains from Durham (DHM) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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17

train journeys
per day

161

miles (259 kms)

3hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 01:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Durham (DHM) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Durham and Birmingham International , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Durham to Birmingham International is approximately 161 miles (259 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 57 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Durham and Birmingham International.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Durham to Birmingham International. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Durham to Birmingham International Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:53
    3 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:26
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:53
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    11:31
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:48
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    12:08
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:54
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    12:41
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:53
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    13:31
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:52
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    14:29
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:53
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    15:31
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    16:31
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:53
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    17:31
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:53
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    18:41
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:53
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    19:31
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:53
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    20:31
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:52
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    21:42
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:53
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    22:42
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:54
    4 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    00:09
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:12
    8 hrs 2 changes
    07:12
    Durham
    Birmingham International
    Durham to Birmingham International

About Durham Station

Station name Durham (DHM)
Address Durham station, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4RB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 18:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Birmingham International Station

Station name Birmingham International (BHI)
Address Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:00
Saturday 06:15 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Durham and Birmingham International

The travel time between Durham and Birmingham International by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Durham and Birmingham International vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:02.

First class tickets on trains between Durham and Birmingham International typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Durham and Birmingham International can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Durham & Birmingham International. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Durham and Birmingham International.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Durham and Birmingham International, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.