The average train between Mallaig and Birmingham takes 13h 17m and the fastest train takes 10h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Mallaig to Birmingham. 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 3 times a day between Mallaig and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mallaig is at 4:05 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 9:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 13h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Mallaig to Birmingham? 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 Mallaig to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Mallaig station and arriving at Birmingham station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 17m.
Mallaig to Birmingham train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Mallaig station.
Mallaig to Birmingham train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Mallaig to Birmingham train tickets online with ScotRail and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Mallaig and Birmingham is 562.6 km. The road distance is 720 km.
You can take a train from Mallaig to Birmingham New Street via Glasgow Queen Street, George Square, Central Station Forecourt, and Glasgow Central in around 11h 2m.