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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Birmingham is to bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre which costs £16 - £29 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from 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 Paddington and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace and arriving at Newhall Street via Baker Street Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Marylebone and arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Paddington to Birmingham?

The distance between Paddington and Birmingham is 116 miles. The road distance is 116.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from 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 Paddington to Birmingham?

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

Where do I catch the Paddington to Birmingham bus from?

Paddington to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Paddington to Birmingham?

The best way to get from 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 via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, which costs £16 - £29 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Paddington to Birmingham bus arrive?

Paddington to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall Street station.

Where does the Paddington to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paddington to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Birmingham is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Paddington to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from 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 19m
£17–29
Drive 115.4 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Birminghamcar 115.4 mi
2h 3m
£28–41
Train
1. Take the train from London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Streettrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
2h 3m
£50–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3h 49m
£23–56

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Distance: 115.4 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between 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, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Newhall Street hourly. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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