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Book Vintage Trains tickets for some of the best steam train experiences in Birmingham
Vintage Trains offer a range of steam trains which run on Britain’s mainline railway, so you can travel up to Llandudno, Skegness, York and many more locations across the country. There are so many routes to choose between, that wherever you fancy going, we're sure you'll find the perfect option with Vintage Trains!
Vintage Trains: The Cathedral Express Steam Train
Originally the main route into Wales from London before the construction of the Severn Tunnel, this journey commemorates the 175th Anniversary of the route between Chepstow and Swansea!
- Depart from a train station near Birmingham
- Travel to Swansea via Chepstow
- Follow the Western banks of the River Severn for a truly scenic adventure
- Celebrate the 175th Anniversary of the route between Chepstow and Swansea
- Get comfortable in your 1950's or 1960's seat and admire the unparalleled views of Birmingham's countryside
- Pullman Class: Enjoy seating in one of the original Pullman Cars! Guaranteed tables of two can be booked for a supplement of £10 per person, subject to availability.
- Tourist Class: Seating arranged at tables of 4 in one of the Tourist coaches.
The Cathedral Express: Departure Locations & Times:
- Birmingham New Street: Departure: 09:00. Return: 21:05
- Barnt Green: Departure: 09:20. Return: 20:45
- Worcestershire Parkway: Departure: 09:40. Return: 19:45
- Cheltenham: Departure: 10:10. Return: 19:20
- Gloucester: Departure: 10:30. Return: 19:00
Book Cathedrals Express tickets for one of the best steam train rides in Birmingham!
Station Street,
Birmingham,
West Midlands
How to find us
Meeting Points:
Please note: The Cathedrals Express picks up at various locations. Please ensure you are attending the correct train station.
- Birmingham New Street: B2 4QA
- Barnt Green: B45 8PA
- Worcestershire Parkway: WR7 4RD
- Cheltenham: GL51 8NP
- Gloucester: GL1 1DE
There are multiple seating options with Vintage Trains:
- Tourist Class: Tables of four
- Pullman Class: Tables of two or four
- First Class: In compartments of six and 18 non-dining seats in Pullman around tables of four
If you are travelling in a Tourist Class or Pullman Cars where no restaurant service is offered, then you are more than welcome to bring your own food.
Food is not permitted in First and Pullman Class restaurant cars.
Meeting Points:
Please note: The Cathedrals Express picks up at various locations. Please ensure you are attending the correct train station.
Birmingham to Swansea:
- Birmingham New Street: B2 4QA
- Barnt Green: B45 8PA
- Worcestershire Parkway: WR7 4RD
- Cheltenham: GL51 8NP
- Gloucester: GL1 1DE