The average train between Birmingham and Kent takes 3h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Kent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham and Kent. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Kent at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Birmingham to Kent? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Kent. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Kent station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.
Birmingham to Kent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Kent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Birmingham to Kent train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Southeastern.
The distance between Birmingham and Kent is 225.7 km. The road distance is 288 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Lenham via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 3h.