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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£57
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£73
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
2 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
3 h 17 m
Trains on 14 Sept
3
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
On Mon 14 Sept, we found 3 trains from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 145 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 23 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.
W70479 · C18031 · L050651:515h23Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)7:14Birmingham New Street (BHM)£571One-way2 changes- P695055:472h27Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)8:14Birmingham New Street (BHM)£571One-way0 changes
W33883+P695055:472h01Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)7:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1061One-way1 change
- W33883+P695055:472h01Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)7:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1061One-way1 change
- P695055:472h27Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)8:14Birmingham New Street (BHM)£571One-way0 changes
- W70479 · C18031 · L050651:515h23Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)7:14Birmingham New Street (BHM)£571One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, while a coach costs an average of £31.
Distance: 145 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A train is £0.80 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 54m.
The journey is about 30m faster (1h 53m by train vs 2h 23m by car) and roughly £21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£30 vs £51). 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 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
Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W70479 · C18031 · L05065 | On time 1:51 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 5h23 | 7:14 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| P69505+W33883 | 5:47 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 2h01 | 7:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| P69505 | 5:47 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 2h27 | 8:14 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Trains from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:21, the last at 19:23. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 6:21 |
Last train 19:23 |
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FAQs: Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Harrow & Wealdstone to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Harrow & Wealdstone from Harrow city centre
Harrow & Wealdstone is 1 km from Harrow city centre. Public transport options include:
Harrow & Wealdstone train station facilities and services
Harrow & Wealdstone has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harrow & Wealdstone.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrow & Wealdstone: 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.
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.
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