Newark-on-Trent (Nottinghamshire) to Birmingham from $21: 4 ways by bus, train, flight or car

• Onboard services for your train trip to Birmingham typically include a catering option. The Avanti West Coast services often feature a 'Refreshments on the Go' service with a selection of snacks and drinks available for purchase. Depending on the time of your journey, you may also find a food carriage offering hot meals. Be sure to check their onboard menu ahead of time to know what to expect.

• For this route, you can choose between several seating options. Avanti West Coast offers both Standard Class and First Class seating. Standard Class offers comfortable seats with power outlets and a quiet carriage available on some trains, while First Class provides more spacious seating, complimentary refreshments, and a quieter environment. You can book through Avanti's website: Avanti West Coast. Other operators like East Midlands Railway also serve this route with Standard Class options.

• Upon arrival at Birmingham New Street Station, which serves as the main hub for Birmingham, you'll find ample facilities. The station does offer luggage storage services through a company called Excess Baggage Company, where you can leave your bags for a few hours. The station is also equipped with clean restroom facilities, and while showers are not available, there are ample places to grab a bite to eat. To get to the city center quickly, the best option is to take the Metro or a bus. For buses, routes like the 1, 3, and 50 will take you directly into central Birmingham.