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Ellesmere Port to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Ellesmere Port to Birmingham New Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 42.48, with average prices for this route around QAR 67.47. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
23:22 6 hours 54 minutes, Changes required Overpool	06:16 +1 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
23:47 6 hours 29 minutes, Changes required Capenhurst	06:16 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Ellesmere Port to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details

First train

00:16

Last train

23:47

Departure station

Ellesmere Port

Arrival station

Birmingham New Street

Journey time

1 hour 37 minutes

Distance

112 km

Price

QAR 42.48*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Ellesmere Port to Birmingham New Street

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Ellesmere Port to Birmingham New Street. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Ellesmere Port to Birmingham New Street 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 Ellesmere Port to Birmingham New Street, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Ellesmere Port to Birmingham New Street ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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.

Ellesmere Port to Birmingham New Street 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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Trains from Ellesmere Port to Birmingham New Street from QAR 42.48

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Ellesmere Port to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Ellesmere Port to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details