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Trip Overview

The average train between Birmingham and Lanark takes 5h 12m and the fastest train takes 4h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Birmingham to Lanark. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 12m
Duration
295 mi
Distance
£150
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Birmingham to Lanark train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Birmingham and Lanark. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Lanark at 11:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Motherwell and take an average of 5h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 33m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 8m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 8m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 38m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 6m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 6m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 8m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 8m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 8m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 11m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Birmingham to Lanark? 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 Lanark.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 295.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 12m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Motherwell 4 times a day. Tickets cost £95–150 and the journey takes 3h 53m. Cross Country also services this route 3 times a day.

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