The average train between Birmingham and Ludlow takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 41m. There is an hourly train service from Birmingham to Ludlow. 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 Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 11:41 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 58m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Birmingham to Ludlow? 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 Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Ludlow station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.
Birmingham to Ludlow train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Ludlow train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Birmingham to Ludlow train tickets online with Transport for Wales and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Birmingham and Ludlow is 57 km. The road distance is 112 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Ludlow via Shrewsbury in around 1h 52m.