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Chester to Birmingham Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Chester to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 78 kr, with average prices for this route around 179 kr. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
- tis, 22 apr.From 121 kr
- ons, 23 apr.From 121 kr
- tors, 24 apr.From 121 kr
- fre, 25 apr.From 121 kr
- lör, 26 apr.From 121 kr
- sön, 27 apr.From 78 kr
- mån, 28 apr.
Departure | Arrival | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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04:16 Chester | 06:16 Birmingham New Street | 2h 0m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
04:48 Chester | 06:56 Birmingham New Street | 2h 8m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:26 Chester | 07:32 Birmingham New Street | 2h 6m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:37 Chester | 07:18 Birmingham New Street | 1h 41m, Changes required | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:56 Chester | 07:37 Birmingham New Street | 1h 41m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:18 Chester | 08:32 Paris | 2h 14m, Changes required | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Chester to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
04:16

Last train
21:34

Journey time
1h 17m

Distance
104 km

Price
78 kr*
How to book cheap train tickets from Chester to Birmingham

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 Chester to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

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 Chester 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 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 Chester to Birmingham 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Chester to Birmingham Train Ticket Types
Save money on your trip from Chester to Birmingham with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak Train 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
This is a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?
*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.