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Chichester to Birmingham by train

First train

04:07

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Chichester

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

From 3h 40m

Distance

124 miles (199 km)

Frequency

71 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southern, Chiltern Railways

Take the train from Chichester to Birmingham in 3 hours 40 minutes

If you want to travel from Chichester to Birmingham by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Chichester to Birmingham by train to take around 5 hours 15 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 40 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 71 trains per day running on this route, which spans 124 miles (199 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Birmingham. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or East Midlands Railway. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Chichester to Birmingham are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Chichester to Birmingham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Chichester to Birmingham take?

The average journey time by train between Chichester and Birmingham is 5 hours and 15 minutes, with around 71 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Chichester and Birmingham by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Chichester to Birmingham is 3 hours and 40 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Chichester to Birmingham?

No, there are no direct train services from Chichester to Birmingham. Travelling from Chichester to Birmingham by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Chichester to Birmingham leave?

The first train from Chichester to Birmingham leaves at 04:07. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Chichester to Birmingham leave?

The last train from Chichester to Birmingham leaves at 23:30. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Chichester and Birmingham by train?

Trains travelling from Chichester to Birmingham cover a distance of around 124 miles (199 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Birmingham to Chichester.

Cheap train tickets from Chichester to Birmingham

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Consider a Season Ticket

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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