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Hackney to Birmingham Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Hackney to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $37.13, with average prices for this route around $67.26.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
09:32 2h 16m, 1 change Hackney Central	11:48 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
09:54 2h 3m, 1 change Hackney Central	11:57 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
09:54 3h 11m, 1 change Hackney Downs	13:05 Birmingham Moor Street	Find Tickets
09:55 3h 10m, 2 change Hackney Wick	13:05 Birmingham Moor Street	Find Tickets
10:22 3h 11m, 2 change Hackney Wick	13:33 Birmingham Moor Street	Find Tickets
10:24 2h 3m, 1 change Hackney Central	12:27 Paris	Find Tickets

Hackney to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

05:28

Last train

23:28

Departure city

Hackney

Arrival city

Birmingham

Journey time

2h 1m

Distance

102 miles

Price

$37.13*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, London Overground

How to book cheap train tickets from Hackney to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Hackney to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Hackney to Birmingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Hackney to Birmingham, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Hackney to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Hackney to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Hackney to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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