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Skewen to Birmingham Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Skewen to Birmingham, starting from $21.20 and averaging $21.20. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 5 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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16:40 3 hours 5 minutes, Changes required Skewen	19:45 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
16:44 3 hours 56 minutes, Changes required Skewen	20:40 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
17:38 3 hours 8 minutes, Changes required Skewen	20:46 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
18:39 3 hours 15 minutes, Changes required Skewen	21:54 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
19:35 3 hours 11 minutes, Changes required Skewen	22:46 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
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Skewen to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

06:42

Last train

23:43

Departure station

Skewen

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

3 hours 5 minutes

Distance

162 km

Price

$21.20*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Skewen to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Skewen to Birmingham. 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Skewen 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 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.

Skewen 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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Skewen to Birmingham Train prices and times

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