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

The cheapest way to get from York to Birmingham is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Birmingham is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between York and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from York and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from York to Birmingham?

The distance between York and Birmingham is 127 miles. The road distance is 125.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £65 - £100.

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

The train from York to Birmingham New Street takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the York to Birmingham train from?

York to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from York station.

Where does the York to Birmingham train arrive?

York to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from York to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Birmingham is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from York to Birmingham.

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

Book your York to Birmingham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3326+ hotels available in Birmingham.

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There are 2 ways to get from York to Birmingham by train or car

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1. Take the train from York to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
1h 52m
£65–100
Drive 124.6 mi
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1. Drive from York to Birminghamcar 124.6 mi
2h 21m
£31–44

York to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 125.9 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

Cross Country operates a train from York to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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