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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford to Birmingham
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €8
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €57
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 1 h 17 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 1 h 21 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 29
- Distance
- 138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Watford to Birmingham will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 29 trains from Watford to Birmingham, including 8 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Y81062 · C179268:45 PM 2h39 Watford Junction (WFJ) 11:24 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €8 1 One-way 1 transfer- C17851
10:05 PM 2h18 Watford Junction (WFJ) 12:23 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €8 1 One-way 0 transfers - C17971
8:38 PM 2h06 Watford Junction (WFJ) 10:44 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €10 1 One-way 0 transfers 
C013589:44 PM 1h19 Watford Junction (WFJ) 11:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €16 1 One-way 0 transfers- C17800
9:38 AM 2h06 Watford Junction (WFJ) 11:44 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €18 1 One-way 0 transfers
- W34260
8:31 AM 1h17 Watford Junction (WFJ) 9:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €86 1 One-way 0 transfers - W34077
9:31 AM 1h17 Watford Junction (WFJ) 10:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €67 1 One-way 0 transfers - C01355
8:31 PM 1h17 Watford Junction (WFJ) 9:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €18 1 One-way 0 transfers - C01358
9:44 PM 1h19 Watford Junction (WFJ) 11:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €16 1 One-way 0 transfers - W34077+
C341429:14 AM 1h34 Watford High Street (WFH) 10:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) €76 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Watford to Birmingham
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Trains from Watford to Birmingham run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Watford to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Watford to Birmingham trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33186 | 8:00 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h48 | 9:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17841 · L17426 | 8:05 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h39 | 10:44 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| W33103+C17841 · L17426 | 8:22 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h22 | 10:44 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W33217+C34124 | 8:28 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h20 | 10:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| L22955 | 8:57 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h06 | 11:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17839 · L12502+C34137 | 8:58 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h47 | 11:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C17839+W33098+ G66934+C34137 | 8:58 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h17 | 11:15 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 transfers | |
| W33217 | 9:06 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h42 | 10:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17839+W33098+G66934 | 9:11 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h04 | 11:15 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| W33373+C34150 | 9:28 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h27 | 11:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| L12491+W33373+L22368 | 9:33 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h22 | 11:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| L12491+W33373+L22368 | 9:33 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h22 | 11:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
| L12491+L22368 | 9:33 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h34 | 12:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| L12491 | 9:42 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2h25 | 12:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L12491+W33373 | 9:42 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2h13 | 11:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Watford to Birmingham
Taking the train is by far the easiest and quickest way to travel from Watford to Birmingham. Trains depart several times an hour, seven days a week, so travellers have plenty of options around the clock. For those planning a trip abroad, Birmingham International Airport may be just as convenient to reach from Watford as the major London airports.
Which train companies travel from Watford to Birmingham?
Virgin Trains and West Midlands Railway both offer many direct trains from Watford to Birmingham every day, at all times of day. West Midlands Railway provides the most frequent journeys and is the least expensive option, but Virgin Trains tend to be slightly faster. Both companies also offer indirect services in the early morning before 6 a.m. and in the late evening.
How long is the train from Watford to Birmingham?
When travelling directly with Virgin Trains, the journey to Birmingham from Watford takes just one hour six minutes at the quickest. On average, a West Midlands Railway service takes around 30-40 minutes longer than a Virgin Trains service. The longest advertised journey is an early morning indirect service that departs just before 1:00 a.m. and takes five hours 21 minutes.
How many trains are there from Watford to Birmingham?
Travellers can expect to find over 40 direct trains per day along this route, up to around 48. There will also usually be an additional three to six indirect trains each day. In total, this works out to around three trains per hour every hour, including at weekends. One of these will be a Virgin Trains service and one to two will be West Midlands Railway services. The first regular, direct service of the day departs just before 6:00 a.m. and the last departs at 10:45 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Watford to Birmingham?
Departure train station: Watford Junction is a centrally-located station and is a bus transport hub for the local area. Regular coach services run to Heathrow and Luton Airports, and it's possible to reach central London in just 16 minutes by train.
Arrival train station: Birmingham New Street has been recently revamped and is home to more restaurants, bars and shops than ever. The station is a major transport hub, not only for the local area but for the UK as a whole. Fast, direct trains depart for Birmingham International Airport every few minutes.
FAQs: Trains from Watford to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford to Birmingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Watford to Birmingham
Most Watford to Birmingham trains use the Watford Junction to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Watford and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Watford station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Watford Junction from Watford city centre
Watford Junction train station facilities and services
Watford Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford Junction. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Watford High Street from Watford city centre
Watford High Street train station facilities and services
Watford High Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford High Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Watford High Street. ATMs are available at Watford High Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford High Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford High Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford High Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Level access to ticket office from street. Single island platform, accessible from entrance by staircase only, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Bushey from Watford city centre
Bushey is 1 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:
Bushey train station facilities and services
Bushey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bushey.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bushey.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bushey. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bushey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bushey: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bushey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Lea Hall from Birmingham city centre
Lea Hall is 7 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Lea Hall train station facilities and services
Lea Hall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lea Hall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lea Hall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lea Hall: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lea Hall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lea Hall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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