What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Birmingham is to bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre which costs £15 - £24 and takes 3h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington to Birmingham is to train via King's Cross St. Pancras station which takes 1h 52m and costs £35 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington station to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Paddington and arriving at Birmingham New Street via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from London Paddington to Birmingham?

The distance between London Paddington and Birmingham is 116 miles. The road distance is 116 miles.

How do I travel from London Paddington to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Birmingham without a car is to train via King's Cross St. Pancras station which takes 1h 52m and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from London Paddington to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from London Paddington to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Birmingham bus from?

London Paddington to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Birmingham train from?

London Paddington to Birmingham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train or bus from London Paddington to Birmingham?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Birmingham is to train via King's Cross St. Pancras station which takes 1h 52m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £60 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the London Paddington to Birmingham bus arrive?

London Paddington to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the London Paddington to Birmingham train arrive?

London Paddington to Birmingham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from London Paddington to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington to Birmingham is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from London Paddington to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from London Paddington to Birmingham?

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Train via King's Cross St. Pancras station
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 52m
£37–103
Bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Newhall Streetbus Uk030 / ...
3h 52m
£15–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 400 / ...
3h 44m
£23–56
Drive 115.3 mi
1. Drive from London Paddington to Birminghamcar 115.3 mi
2h 2m
£28–41
Train
1. Take the train from London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Streettrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
2h 30m
£51–92

London Paddington to Birmingham by subway, foot, and train

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Distance: 115.4 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between London Paddington, England and Birmingham, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 1h 17m. West Midlands Trains also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Birmingham Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £22–55 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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