The average train between Grimsby and Birmingham NEC takes 4h and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Grimsby 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.
Trains run hourly between Grimsby and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grimsby is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 8:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Grimsby 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.
No, there is no direct train from Grimsby to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Grimsby station and arriving at Birmingham NEC station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.
Grimsby to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.
Grimsby to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Grimsby to Birmingham NEC train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Grimsby and Birmingham NEC is 165.5 km. The road distance is 242 km.
You can take a train from Grimsby Town to Birmingham NEC via Sheffield, Birmingham New Street, and Birmingham International in around 3h 26m.