Chiltern Railways tickets
If you're after Chiltern Railways train tickets, look no further. At Trainline, we'll show you where Chiltern Railways can take you and how to book the best value fares for your journey.
To find Chiltern Railways train tickets, simply start a search above, and we'll show you the best available journey times and prices.
Did you know we sell Chiltern Railways Off-Peak Family Travelcards for certain routes into London? If you travel in Standard Class with up to 4 children, you can get a Family Travelcard from £25* and a child train ticket for just £1*. Find out more and book Family Travelcards and Kids for a Quid tickets.
For more information about accessibility on Chiltern Railways services, check out our Accessible Travel guide.
*Fares exclude booking fee.
Chiltern Railways map
Unsure about where to start your adventure? Use our Chiltern Railways map to plan out where you want to go. From the main hub of London Marylebone, you can enjoy speedy services to some of the most scenic parts of the UK.
Chiltern Railways takes you further. From London, take a train trip to gems such as Banbury, Warwick, Birmingham and Bicester Village. Chiltern Railways makes connecting to places like The Chilterns (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) and Stratford-upon-Avon, smooth and hassle-free.
Popular Chiltern Railways routes
How to get cheap Chiltern Railways train tickets
If you're after cheap UK train tickets, check out the hints below and see how you could bag yourself a bargain. We'll even highlight the cheapest prices!
Book in advance
Chiltern Railways tickets usually go on sale 3 months before the date of travel. Look out for Advance tickets, as these tend to be cheaper when they're first released. Be quick though, as they sell out on busier routes.
Find out more about our Advance ticket alert tool.
Travel Off-Peak
When travelling by train in the UK, you can benefit from reduced fares by choosing times of day that are less busy. When searching for Chiltern Railways train tickets with us, we'll display all available tickets and options, highlighting the cheapest ones.
Learn more about Off-Peak train times.
Price Prediction
Our clever little Price Prediction tool will peek into the future and let you know when Chiltern Railways train ticket prices are about to rise – meaning you'll never miss out on the best value fares. Beat the rush and save on price too. (Currently available in the UK app only)
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Season tickets
If you travel on the same route more than three times a week, then a Chiltern Railways Season ticket could help you to save both valuable time and money. Not only that, they're available in a number of flexible options to suit different time frames.
Check out our Season ticket Calculator today to get started.
Consider a Railcard
They're types of train discount cards you can buy for £30 for unlimited use. You can get up to a 1/3 off the price of Off-Peak train tickets when using a Railcard. From kids to elderly people, there are great discounts out there to be had.
Find out more about Railcards or renewing a Railcard.
GroupSave
GroupSave is a concession that allows any group of 3 - 9 passengers travelling together up to a 34% discount on Off-Peak tickets on selected routes.
Great for families and groups of friends, you can find this option in the drop-down menu when booking your train tickets.
Buy Chiltern Railways Flexi Season tickets with us
Heading into the office less and want to save money on commuting to work? You can buy digital Flexi Season tickets for Chiltern routes in our app. Travelling with a Flexi Season Ticket on eligible routes can be cheaper than buying a single or return ticket, plus it provides you with more flexibility than a normal Season ticket. Why not find out more about digital train Season tickets?
Discover digital tickets
Enjoy smoother Chiltern Railways journeys – go straight to the train when you use tickets on your phone. 94% of our customers wouldn't use anything else! Mobile Tickets will get sent directly to your Trainline app and etickets can be opened on your phone as a PDF. Both let you skip the queues at the ticket machine and breeze straight through the gates using your phone. They’re available on most Chiltern Railways train journeys, so be sure to select this option when you book.
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London to Birmingham by train
London to Birmingham train routes are some of the most popular on Chiltern Railways. They're an essential commuter and weekend getaway link between the capital and the heart of the Midlands.
The main Chiltern Railway route connects the capital with Birmingham on one single line, calling at a number of towns across the home counties, making commuting and travelling into the two cities more possible away from just car travel.
With eight trains running on the peak service between the two stations, there is plenty of flexibility for customers to choose a train service that suits them.
This Chiltern Railways route typically calls at Leamington and High Wycombe, the two biggest towns outside of Birmingham and London respectively, bringing them closer to the cities with much faster travel times. With Chiltern providing free WiFi for all passengers on their trains, this also gives commuters the perfect opportunity to get some extra work done going into or after leaving the office.
There are plenty of things to do in Birmingham, it just depends on what you are after! Birmingham Moor Street station sees you arrive in the heart of the shopping district, with the famous Bullring just minutes away. You can catch a game at a number of sports teams that play in the area or even watch England play cricket at Edgbaston.
Top Chiltern Railways destinations
Need a bit of information ahead of your next trip? Check out these popular Chiltern Railways destinations for travel details and nearby attractions.
Chiltern Railways Delay Repay
Did you know you can claim Delay Repay if your Chiltern Railways train was delayed by 30 minutes or more? Check out our Delay Repay page for more details.
Good to know
Travelling with Chiltern Railways? Find out everything you need to know about peak times, bicycles and other onboard Chiltern Railways facilities here.
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Can I take a bicycle on Chiltern Railways?
What are Chiltern Railways' peak hours?
Contact information
Got a query about your Chiltern Railways journey? Get in touch either online or on the telephone.
Ticket enquiries and refunds
You might find an answer to your query in our help section. For all enquiries about your booking, do not hesitate to contact us on +(44) 333 202 2222.
Delays, lost property and onboard services
If you would like more information regarding Chiltern Railways train times, lost property or onboard facilities, then please call Chiltern Railways on +(44) 345 600 5165.