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Compare train and coach for Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, while a coach costs an average of £36.
Distance: 127 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ):
A train is £12 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ) costing on average £36.
Other travel options to Watford Junction (WFJ) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 1m.
The journey is about 25m faster (1h 28m by train vs 1h 53m by car) and roughly £0.20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£24 vs £25). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:46 Birmingham International Airport | 1h47 | 15:33 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ) by train or coach
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Why should you book Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:46, the last at 12:46. The fastest train covers the 127 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 7:46 |
Last train 12:46 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Watford Junction (WFJ) from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ) 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 Watford Junction (WFJ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham International Airport and Watford Junction (WFJ)
Most Birmingham International Airport to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Watford Junction station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham International Airport and Watford Junction (WFJ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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