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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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20

train journeys
per day

249

miles (401 kms)

4hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

06:52 / 06:40

first / last train

7

direct trains

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Birmingham International , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International is approximately 249 miles (401 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 28 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    4 hrs 39 mins Direct
    11:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:56
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:04
    5 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    12:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    4 hrs 39 mins Direct
    13:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    13:56
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:07
    5 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    14:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    4 hrs 39 mins Direct
    15:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    15:56
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:08
    5 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    16:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:52
    4 hrs 39 mins Direct
    17:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:05
    5 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    18:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    18:56
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:52
    4 hrs 39 mins Direct
    19:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:08
    5 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    20:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    4 hrs 28 mins Direct
    21:20
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:07
    5 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    22:42
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:12
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    22:48
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:52
    4 hrs 28 mins Direct
    23:20
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:11
    11 hrs 1 min 1 change
    07:12
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:40
    8 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    08:36
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham International
    Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
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

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 Edinburgh Waverley and Birmingham International

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Birmingham International by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Birmingham International vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 06:40.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International

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

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