Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) train with Chiltern Railways

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£44

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£44

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

2 h 27 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

2 h 27 m

Trains on 17 Sept

1

Distance

163 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.

Fast trains

To travel from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) you need to make at least one change.

  • Chiltern RailwaysL37897+TubeTube from London Marylebone to London Waterloo
    6:152h27
    Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
    8:42London Waterloo (WAT)
    £441One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £45.

Distance: 163 km

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Coach
Driving

£45

Average Price

£16

Average Price

Cheapest

£33

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 12m

Average total duration

3h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 43m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Chiltern Railways

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National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) is a coach with an average price of £16.

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT):

A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average £45.

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 13m.

Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) and London Waterloo (WAT) including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 30m sooner (2h 13m by train vs 2h 43m by car). Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Chiltern RailwaysL37897+TubeTube from London Marylebone to London Waterloo6:15 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
2h27
8:42 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change

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Why should you book Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains with Omio?

Chiltern Railways as well as West Midlands Trains offer trains services from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT).

Why book with Omio vs Chiltern Railways?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Chiltern Railways, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Chiltern Railways with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT)

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Trains from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 07:45. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 2h 32m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance
163 km
Average train duration
2h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£43
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 32m
First train
7:13
Last train
7:45
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15

Train companies: Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsChiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom. Check the different ticket types for your next journey: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Chiltern Railways Duration
2h 32m
Cheapest Chiltern Railways Price
£43
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
2h 41m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£13
West Midlands Trains frequency
23 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £45.
The train journey from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) covers a distance of 163 km and takes approximately 2h 32m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) is 163 km.
The first train from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 7:13.
The last train from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) departs at 7:45.
Trains from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT).
To get from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT).
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) is by coach, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Birmingham Moor Street to London Waterloo offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of the English countryside and towns. While not renowned for dramatic landscapes, some stretches provide pleasant vistas, particularly as the route passes through areas like the Chiltern Hills.
A day trip from Birmingham Moor Street to London Waterloo is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 32m and covers 163 km. Trains run 3 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT).

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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) and London Waterloo (WAT)

Most Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Birmingham New Street to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) and London Waterloo (WAT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Birmingham
Arrival train stations in London
Birmingham Moor StreetBirmingham Moor Street station, Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 7ULWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre

TrainBirmingham Snow Hill - Whitlocks End, Birmingham Snow Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate Street - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Birmingham Moor Street, Worcester Foregate Street - Birmingham Moor Street, Worcester Shrub Hill - Dorridge, Stourbridge Junction - Dorridge, Birmingham Snow Hill - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Leamington Spa, Birmingham Snow Hill - Leamington Spa, Worcester Shrub Hill - Leamington Spa, Kidderminster - Stratford-upon-Avon, Kidderminster - Whitlocks End, Stourbridge Junction - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate Street - Whitlocks End · 2m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Bus16 · 13m · £2 · every ~27 min
TramMetro · 16m · every ~15 min

Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services

Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Most popular trains to and from London Waterloo (WAT) and Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)

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