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Mill Green Museum and Watermill
Volunteer-run local museum covering Hatfield's history, everyday life and community stories in the town centre.
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Hatfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Hatfield will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham for Hatfield every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Hatfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 140 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£63 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Hatfield trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:45 Birmingham | 3h16 | 14:01 Hatfield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Birmingham to Hatfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 0:27 |
Last train 22:26 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Hatfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hatfield trip today.
Volunteer-run local museum covering Hatfield's history, everyday life and community stories in the town centre.
Working watermill and museum showing traditional milling, rural heritage and changing life in the Lea valley area.
Nearby aviation museum at London Colney with de Havilland aircraft displays, cockpit viewing and strong local industry links.
Formal gardens, woodland walks and broad parkland around Hatfield House, ideal for a scenic walk near major heritage sites.
Historic high street with timber-framed buildings, pubs, independent shops and one of Hatfield's most characterful walking areas.
Large landscaped public park with lakes, trees and footpaths, popular for relaxed walks, picnics and family time outdoors.
A classic Hertfordshire breakfast cake flavoured with caraway and currants, traditionally baked for tea and local celebrations.
A traditional county bun with currants and spice, long associated with Hertfordshire home baking and afternoon tea.
A historic English dessert linked to nearby St Albans, made with puff pastry, butter, sugar, lemon and currants.
Popular Turkish restaurant in Hatfield known for grilled meats, meze and a lively, modern dining room.
Historic pub near Hatfield House serving British classics, Sunday roasts and cask ales in a traditional setting.
Country pub and restaurant outside central Hatfield serving refined British dishes in a relaxed, smart setting.
Hatfield is moderate for UK travel, with typical chain dining, standard rail fares to London, and accommodation often cheaper than central London but not especially low-cost.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Café tipping is optional, usually just small change.
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Hatfield Station -> Hatfield Town Centre, Hatfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Hatfield 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 Hatfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Hatfield trains use the Birmingham New Street to Hatfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Hatfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
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 storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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 options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Selly Oak is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Selly Oak has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Selly Oak.
Ticket office support is available at Selly Oak. 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.
Available at Selly Oak: Parking, WC.
Available at Selly Oak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Selly Oak: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall and on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Hatfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hatfield.
Wi-Fi is available at Hatfield. ATMs are available at Hatfield.
Ticket office support is available at Hatfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hatfield: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hatfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hatfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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