Booking train tickets is simple
- Book in advance and save money
- Track your journey live
- Pay for tickets your way.
- Share journeys with friends and family
1. Say no to road rage
Getting stuck in traffic and surprise road closures is never fun. Avoid sitting in the stop/start movement of snaking traffic for hours and the road rage that comes with it by travelling on the train. Enjoy miles of non-interrupted travel on the tracks while you soak in the views.
Trains provide quicker travel times, especially for longer distances, as they can bypass traffic congestion and minimise the number of stops along the way. This streamlined route allows for more efficient and expedient journeys compared to car travel. And if there are any disruptions, we update you live through our app so you’re always in the loop.
2. Embrace being eco-friendly
How much CO2 does a train produce compared to a car? The answer - taking the train results in five times less carbon emissions! Trains are more environmentally sustainable than cars, emitting fewer pollutants per passenger-mile, helping to keep our air cleaner and our planet healthier.
And, did you know that our new train fleets have lower carbon emissions per passenger km than the national average? So, when it comes to choosing how to get around, consider the train as a more eco-friendly and green travel option that benefits us all.
3. Get cost-effective
Taking the train can be a budget-friendly choice. Train tickets often come out cheaper than what you'd spend on fuel, tolls, parking, and car maintenance combined — especially when travelling into the city! It's a smart way to save some cash while still getting where you need to go hassle-free.
4. Enjoy the journey and the destination
Say goodbye to the stress of driving, including searching around the streets for the best fuel price, and enjoy your journey by train. Take in the views, stick on your favourite tunes, get stuck into a good book or podcast, catch up with friends and family or tick off some work admin on the go.
Travelling to a big city? Our trains take you straight to the action without the stress of figuring out winding, local roads or getting stuck in rush hour queues. Which means you can get to your destination quicker. Now that’s straight to the point.
5. Take in the scenery
In the West Midlands, train routes treat passengers to beautiful views of the region's landscapes. From serene countryside to buzzing urban scenes, train travel offers a unique perspective on the area's charm and highlights. It's a journey like no other that lets you appreciate the West Midlands' natural and urban beauty from a different angle.
6. Create memories
One of the benefits of train travel is that it offers families and friends a hassle-free way to journey together. Without the headache of navigating traffic or finding parking, just sit back, relax and enjoy the ride with your loved ones. It's a simple and stress-free option that allows families and friends to focus on making memories rather than worrying about the logistics of driving. Plan your itinerary, play a game and share a packed lunch while you travel. Now that's multitasking.
7. Travel safely
Trains operate on dedicated tracks and have strict safety measures in place. With fewer chances of accidents caused by human error or road conditions, train travel offers passengers a greater sense of safety. Advanced safety features and regular maintenance checks also contribute to train travel's overall safety.
Not only this, if you ever need help, rest-assured that you are not alone as we have a conductor on every train ready to help.
8. Access all areas
Train stations, located in city centres, provide convenient access for passengers, including those with disabilities. With accessible entrances, ramps, and designated parking, stations prioritise inclusivity, ensuring all travellers can navigate comfortably.
With our Passenger Assist support service, you can request assistance quickly through the Transreport App before you travel. Manage all journey requirements, regardless of the train or station operator and much more!
9. Journey together
Sometimes ‘more is merrier’. Don’t let limitations on passenger spots in the car split up the family or leave any friend behind. Whether you're on your way to a big event, or bringing the troops back together for a group trip, enjoy the possibility of travelling together - whatever the occasion. And with Groupsave you can save 1/3 when travelling with 3-9 people!
10. No clean air zone charges
Travel to and from Birmingham, but your car is not exempt? With the train, not only are you not using up fuel or paying city car parking prices, you also get away with paying for the Clean Air Zone. Car vs Train? It’s a win, win for trains!
11. Enrich your life after work
Travelling by train means you can properly switch off after work rather than spend extra hours concentrating on the road ahead. It also means no getting stuck in rush hour traffic. You’ll even free up the possibility for more spontaneous after work activities. So, go ahead, grab that after work drink, you deserve it! And on your less social days, use your commute home to do something more rewarding. Progress your hobby while you travel home, keep up-to-date with the news or catch up on socials. Get home quicker and free up time for spending quality time with loved ones.
How to save money on train tickets
There are lots of ways to save money on train travel from off-peak tickets and railcards to advance tickets. Here are a few saving ideas:
- Save 23% when you travel Off-Peak compared to Anytime tickets.
- For longer journeys, book in Advance and get our cheapest tickets.
- Save 1/3 with GroupSave when travelling with 3-9 people.
- Get 2FOR1 and other discounts to top attractions when you travel by train.
Book tickets online with West Midlands Railway or via the West Midlands app to find out more.
- Worcester Foregate Street to Birmingham car time is based on the average drive time from Worcester Foregate Street station to Birmingham New Street station according to Google Maps at the time of 07:45 on a Monday. Average times were correct of January 2024.
- Worcester Shrub Hill to Birmingham car time is based on the average drive time from Worcester Shrub Hill station to Birmingham Snow Hill station according to Google Maps at the time of 07:45 on a Monday. Average times were correct of January 2024.
- Worcester to Birmingham car time is based on the average drive time from Worcester Shrub Hill station to Birmingham Snow Hill station according to Google Maps at the time of 07:45 on a Monday. Average times were correct of January 2024.
- Wolverhampton to Birmingham car time is based on the average drive time from Wolverhampton station to Birmingham New Street station according to Google Maps at the time of 07:00 on a Monday. Average times were correct of January 2024.
- Stourbridge Junction to Birmingham car time is based on the average drive time from Stourbridge Junction station to Birmingham Snow Hill station according to Google Maps at the time of 07:45 on a Monday. Average times were correct of January 2024.
- Kidderminster to Birmingham car time is based on the average drive time from Kidderminster station to Birmingham Snow Hill station according to Google Maps at the time of 07:30 on a Monday. Average times were correct of January 2024.
- The difference between car and train times have been calculated based on the difference of the above car times and the train times found in section ‘how we calculated train times in our adverts’.
- Train times have been calculated based on a morning commute into Birmingham – broadly times between 0630 and 0800 in January 2024.
- Worcester Shrub Hill train time has been calculated based on the 07:59 train into Birmingham.
- The difference between car and train times have been calculated based on the difference of the above train times and the car times found in section ‘how we calculated car timings on our adverts’.