What is the cheapest way to get from Erdington to Balsall Common?

The cheapest way to get from Erdington to Balsall Common is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Erdington to Balsall Common?

The fastest way to get from Erdington to Balsall Common is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Erdington and Balsall Common?

No, there is no direct bus from Erdington to Balsall Common. However, there are services departing from Berwood Gardens and arriving at Balsall Common Island via Alston Rd and Solihull Town Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Erdington and Balsall Common?

No, there is no direct train from Erdington to Balsall Common. However, there are services departing from Chester Road and arriving at Berkswell via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Erdington to Balsall Common?

The distance between Erdington and Balsall Common is 19 miles. The road distance is 15.2 miles.

How do I travel from Erdington to Balsall Common without a car?

The best way to get from Erdington to Balsall Common without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs £7 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Erdington to Balsall Common?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Erdington to Balsall Common, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erdington to Balsall Common bus from?

Erdington to Balsall Common bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Berwood Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Erdington to Balsall Common train from?

Erdington to Balsall Common train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Chester Road station.

Train or bus from Erdington to Balsall Common?

The best way to get from Erdington to Balsall Common is to train which takes 53 min and costs £7 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 96 bus, which costs £7 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Erdington to Balsall Common bus arrive?

Erdington to Balsall Common bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Alston Rd station.

Where does the Erdington to Balsall Common train arrive?

Erdington to Balsall Common train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Erdington to Balsall Common?

Yes, the driving distance between Erdington to Balsall Common is 15 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Erdington to Balsall Common.

How do I get a train ticket from Erdington to Balsall Common?

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Where can I stay near Balsall Common?

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Erdington to Balsall Common - 5 ways to travel via train, line 96 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Erdington to Balsall Common by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester Road to Birmingham New StreetLichfield Trent Valley High Level - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to BerkswellBirmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
53 min
£8–17
Drive 15.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Erdington to Balsall Common15.1 mi
20 min
£4–6
Line 96 bus
1. Take the bus from Moor End Lane to Birmingham International Station96
1h 17m
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Erdington to Balsall Common15.1 mi
20 min
£30–45
Line 28 bus, line 73 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Berwood Gardens to Alston Rd28
2. Take the bus from Alston Rd to Solihull Town Centre73
3. Take the bus from Solihull Town Centre to Balsall Common Island87 / ...
2h 2m
£6–9

Erdington to Balsall Common by train

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Distance: 18.7 mi
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Erdington, England and Balsall Common, England?

You can take a train from Chester Road to Berkswell via Birmingham New Street in around 53 min. Alternatively, NX West Midlands operates a bus from Moor End Lane to Birmingham International Station hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 50 min.

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