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Southend Airport to Birmingham Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Southend Airport to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$68.33, with average prices for this route around AU$68.33.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
13:56 3h, Changes required Southend Airport	16:56 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
14:15 3h 12m, Changes required Southend Airport	17:27 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
14:15 3h 49m, Changes required Southend Airport	18:04 Birmingham Moor Street		Find Tickets
14:15 4h 33m, Changes required Southend Airport	18:48 Birmingham New Street	London OvergroundLondon UndergroundWest Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
14:15 4h 36m, Changes required Southend Airport	18:51 Birmingham New Street	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
14:56 3h, Changes required Southend Airport	17:56 Paris		Find Tickets

Southend Airport to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

04:05

Last train

23:59

Departure station

Southend Airport

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

2h 56m

Distance

128 miles

Price

AU$68.33*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Elizabeth line

How to book cheap train tickets from Southend Airport to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Southend Airport to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southend Airport 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 to save an average extra 30%

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

Southend Airport to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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