The average train between Ludlow and Lichfield takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Ludlow to Lichfield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Ludlow and Lichfield. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ludlow is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Lichfield at 7:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Ludlow to Lichfield. However, there are services departing from Ludlow station and arriving at Lichfield station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Ludlow to Lichfield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow station.
Ludlow to Lichfield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Lichfield City station.
Book your Ludlow to Lichfield train tickets online with Transport for Wales and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Ludlow and Lichfield is 69.8 km. The road distance is 138 km.
You can take a train from Ludlow to Lichfield City via Shrewsbury and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 38m.