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Trip Overview

The average train between Birmingham and Cowdenbeath takes 6h and the fastest train takes 5h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h
Duration
364 mi
Distance
£187
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Birmingham to Cowdenbeath train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Birmingham and Cowdenbeath. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 6:07 PM which arrives into Cowdenbeath at 11:33 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 26m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 56m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryScotRail6h 1m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 53m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 57m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 53m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 58m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Birmingham to Cowdenbeath.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 364.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Cowdenbeath, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £150–220 and the journey takes 5h 4m. Avanti West Coast also services this route every 4 hours.

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