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Waterbeach to Birmingham Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Waterbeach to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 308,93 kr, with average prices for this route around 415,37 kr.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:27 3 timme, Changes required Waterbeach	15:27 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
12:44 2 timme 54 minut, Changes required Waterbeach	15:38 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
13:03 2 timme 53 minut, Changes required Waterbeach	15:56 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
13:27 3 timme, Changes required Waterbeach	16:27 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
13:44 2 timme 54 minut, Changes required Waterbeach	16:38 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
14:27 3 timme, Changes required Waterbeach	17:27 Paris	Find Tickets

Waterbeach to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

00:37

Last train

23:28

Departure station

Waterbeach

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

2 timme 50 minut

Distance

145 km

Price

308,93 kr*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Waterbeach 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 Waterbeach to Birmingham 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 Waterbeach to Birmingham 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

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Waterbeach to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 Waterbeach to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Waterbeach to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Waterbeach to Birmingham Train prices and times

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