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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Harrow
Showing times and prices for 06 Dec
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
146 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Harrow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Harrow will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Birmingham for Harrow every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 43 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.
04:353h43
Birmingham08:18Harrow
£161One-way
0 changes
04:502h00
Birmingham06:50Harrow
£211One-way
0 changes
07:132h26
Birmingham09:39Harrow
£291One-way
0 changes
08:062h44
Birmingham10:50Harrow
£361One-way
0 changes
04:502h00
Birmingham06:50Harrow
£211One-way
0 changes
07:132h26
Birmingham09:39Harrow
£291One-way
0 changes
08:062h44
Birmingham10:50Harrow
£361One-way
0 changes
04:353h43
Birmingham08:18Harrow
£161One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Harrow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Harrow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 146 km
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Live departures
Birmingham to Harrow train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Harrow trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 06:56
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:06 Birmingham | 2h44 | 09:50 Harrow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:36 Birmingham | 2h17 | 09:53 Harrow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:21 Birmingham | 1h32 | 10:53 Harrow | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| 04:35 Birmingham | 3h43 | 08:18 Harrow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:50 Birmingham | 2h00 | 06:50 Harrow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Harrow
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Trains from Birmingham to Harrow run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:35, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 1h 29m.
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 £7
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 03:35 |
Last train 23:21 |
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 £7
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Birmingham to Harrow trainsWest Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Harrow from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Price
£16
West Midlands Trains frequency
2 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
Chiltern Railways
About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. 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 Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Price
£29
Chiltern Railways frequency
3 a day
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
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
£19
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 16m
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Birmingham to Harrow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Harrow 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 Harrow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days in Harrow should suffice to explore its key attractions, enjoy local dining, and experience the community's charm.
Booking trains from Birmingham to Harrow 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 to Harrow offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of the countryside, small towns, and parts of the Chiltern Hills, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
Yes, a day trip from Birmingham to Harrow is feasible as the journey takes 1h 29m and the distance is 146 km. Trains run 7 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Harrow is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The train journey from Birmingham to Harrow covers a distance of 146 km and takes approximately 1h 29m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Birmingham to Harrow is 146 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Birmingham to Harrow can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £32.
The train station in Birmingham that goes to Harrow is Birmingham New Street (BHM), and it arrives at Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW).
The last train from Birmingham to Harrow departs at 23:21.
The first train from Birmingham to Harrow leaves at 3:35.
Trains from Birmingham to Harrow run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Birmingham to Harrow.
Yes, there is a direct train between Birmingham and Harrow. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham to Harrow.
There is no night train service from Birmingham to Harrow.
To get from Birmingham to Harrow, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Harrow
Birmingham
Harrow
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Adderley Park. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Adderley Park for your trip from Birmingham to Harrow.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday Closed Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 12:00 Friday 07:00 - 10:00 Saturday 12:00 - 14:00 Sunday 09:00 - 14:00
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Adderley Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Bordesley Green Road - Outside booking hall entrance.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCLounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Distance to city center
12 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Birmingham International
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 00:10 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Flower stall
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are located on Platform 1 and between platforms 3 & 4.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between Platforms 2 and 3 at the south end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Birmingham Moor Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: This station is not usually served by rail replacement buses, due to difficult road access. Replacement buses stop at Birmingham Snow Hill station.
The major train station for arrivals in Harrow is Harrow & Wealdstone. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Harrow & Wealdstone for your journey to Harrow from Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent on Platform 1.
Parking
- Car Park: Off Cecil Road
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms. There is level access from the Sandridge Close entrance to platform 1 and ramped access from the Wealdstone entrance to platform 6. Lifts are available to all other platforms, accessible from both entrances.
- 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
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Daily and Weekly Travelcards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, female and unisex accessible in the Sandridge Close ticket hall - no charge.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms on Platforms 6, 4/5, 2/3 and 1.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: outside station by car park in Sandridge Close
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Harrow & Wealdstone
- Metro: Bakerloo Line
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Barbers
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station is now step-free to all platforms. Step-free access is via the College Road / Bus Station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Male and female toilets in the ticket hall - no charge.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
Public transport options for Harrow-on-the-Hill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Lowlands Road Exit
- Metro: Metropolitan Line
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: B3 station category. Step fee access is only available on the Northbound platform . You can only enter and exit using the Headstone Lane side entrance.
- 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: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage room located on Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Headstone Lane
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop B in Long Elmes for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop A in Long Elmes for southbound services to Harrow & Wealdstone
- Metro: Closest station is Harrow & Wealdstone, 3 mins south by train.
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