What is the cheapest way to get from Grays to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Grays to Birmingham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grays to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Grays to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Grays and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Grays to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) and arriving at Birmingham - Jennens Road via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Grays and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Grays to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Ebbsfleet International and arriving at Birmingham New Street via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Grays to Birmingham?

The distance between Grays and Birmingham is 149 miles. The road distance is 141.2 miles.

How do I travel from Grays to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Grays to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £100 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Grays to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Grays to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grays to Birmingham bus from?

Grays to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.

Where do I catch the Grays to Birmingham train from?

Grays to Birmingham train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from London Marylebone station.

Train or bus from Grays to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Grays to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £85 - £120 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Grays to Birmingham bus arrive?

Grays to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Grays to Birmingham train arrive?

Grays to Birmingham train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at Birmingham Moor Street station.

Can I drive from Grays to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Grays to Birmingham is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Grays to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Grays to Birmingham?

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Grays to Birmingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 205 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Grays to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 21m
£100–181
Drive 140.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grays to Birminghamcar 140.4 mi
2h 20m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Ukn21 / ...
3h 54m
£85–113
Train, line 205 bus
1. Take the train from Grays to London Fenchurch Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Duke's Place to Euston Stationbus 205
3. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
2h 47m
£39–103
Train via West Ham
1. Take the train from London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Streettrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
3h 28m
£58–96

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Distance: 147.8 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Grays, England and Birmingham, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 17m. West Midlands Trains also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Birmingham - Jennens Road hourly. Tickets cost £13–20 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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