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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Birmingham NEC takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 4h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Birmingham NEC. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 36m
Duration
301 mi
Distance
£100
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Edinburgh to Birmingham NEC train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 11:20 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 4h 33m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 4h 54m • Direct
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    train train 4h 34m • Direct
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    train train 4h 33m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 4h 54m • Direct
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    train train 4h 34m • Direct
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    train train 4h 33m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 4h 54m • Direct
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    train train 4h 34m • Direct
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    train train 4h 33m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 4h 55m • Direct
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    train train 4h 34m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 4h 35m • Direct
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    train train 4h 35m • Direct
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    train train 4h 39m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 5h 17m • Direct
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    train train 4h 34m • Direct
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    train train 4h 33m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Birmingham NEC? 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 Edinburgh to Birmingham NEC.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 301.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Birmingham NEC, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham International every 4 hours. Tickets cost £100–160 and the journey takes 4h 34m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.

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