How to travel from Wrexham to Birmingham, United Kingdom

The distance between Wrexham and Birmingham is around 114km (71 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 25m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Wrexham to Birmingham by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Birmingham New Street.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    £42($50)
Operated by

Transport for Wales

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Drive

Drive to Birmingham.

  • Duration1h 25m
  • Distance114km (71 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Wrexham and Birmingham

There are several options for getting from Wrexham to Birmingham by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £42 ($50) and will take around 1h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £20 ($24).

The distance between Wrexham and Birmingham is around 114km (71 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 97km (60 miles)

It takes around 1h 45m to get from Wrexham and Birmingham by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Wrexham to Birmingham is to drive which takes around 1h 25m and will set you back approx £20 ($24).

The cheapest way to travel between Wrexham and Birmingham, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £42 ($50) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Wrexham and Birmingham. It typically takes around 1h 45m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Wrexham and Birmingham with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 1h 45m.

Transport for Wales run train services between Wrexham and Birmingham. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 1h 45m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Wrexham and Birmingham. We recommend that you drive to Birmingham. instead which will take 1h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Wrexham to Birmingham. We recommend that you take the train to Birmingham New Street. instead which will take 1h 45m.

The closest major airport to Birmingham is Birmingham Airport (BHX) (BHX) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Birmingham. East Midlands Airport (EMA) (EMA) and Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Wrexham and Birmingham. The distance is around 114km (71 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Wrexham to Birmingham is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 45m and will usually cost around £42 ($50).

How do I get from Wrexham to Birmingham

Compare travel optionsbetween Wrexham and Birmingham

Transport options from Wrexham to Birmingham
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 45m
£42($50)
every 4 hours116km (72 miles)
Drive
1h 25m
£20($24)
on demand114km (71 miles)

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Airports near Birmingham

The following major airports near Birmingham offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

BHX
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
International Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Birmingham
EMA
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
International Airport
Distance
55km (34 miles) from Birmingham
MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
101km (63 miles) from Birmingham