Caledonian Sleeper adds Birmingham stop
The iconic Caledonian Sleeper is adding a Birmingham departure point in January 2026.
The Birmingham International stop gives convenient access to the Scottish Highlands for Midlands residents.
In the most significant change to its timetable in decades, tickets for the new service will be available from 1 October 2025, with the inaugural departure from Birmingham International station scheduled for the evening of 15 January 2026.
This new service will connect Birmingham directly with Aberdeen, Fort William, and Inverness.
This new option aims to bridge the travel gap and open up Scotland’s landscapes, outdoor adventures, whisky trails and historic sites via a comfortable overnight journey.
This new option is part of Caledonian Sleeper’s strategy to adapt to market needs.
It enhances leisure travel opportunities for Birmingham residents and supports stronger economic ties by encouraging two-way tourism and business travel.
Graham Kelly, Interim Managing Director at Caledonian Sleeper, said: “This historic timetable update marks a significant milestone to further boost sustainable cross border travel options.”
“We believe our new route will be incredibly popular with leisure tourists from Scotland given the wide range of sights and attractions in Birmingham and across the West Midlands”.
Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, added: “From next year, the region will welcome a legend of the railway – the Caledonian Sleeper. This iconic service means people from across the West Midlands will soon be able to travel comfortably and sustainably to discover the beauty of northern Scotland.”
Becky Frall, Head of Tourism at the West Midlands Growth Company, said: “The launch of the Caledonian Sleeper to Birmingham offers another great rail option to the city and the wider region, opening the door for more people north of the border to take a cultural break”.
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