The average train between West Midlands and France takes 5h 35m and the fastest train takes 4h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from West Midlands to France. 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 West Midlands and France. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from West Midlands is at 11:08 PM which arrives into France at 2:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 57m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from West Midlands to France? 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 West Midlands to France. However, there are services departing from West Midlands station and arriving at France station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.
West Midlands to France train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
West Midlands to France train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between West Midlands and France is 712 km. The road distance is 641 km.
You can take a train from Smethwick Rolfe Street to Cité via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 5h 16m.