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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
To travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) you need to make at least one change.
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
C178838:212h53London Waterloo (WAT)11:14Birmingham New Street (BHM)£221One-way1 change- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+C17848 · Y808098:112h33London Waterloo (WAT)10:44Birmingham New Street (BHM)£321One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
W340778:412h07London Waterloo (WAT)10:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)£341One-way1 change - Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W341518:351h52London Waterloo (WAT)10:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£751One-way1 change
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W339418:051h51London Waterloo (WAT)9:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)£751One-way1 change
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W339418:051h51London Waterloo (WAT)9:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)£751One-way1 change
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W341518:351h52London Waterloo (WAT)10:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)£751One-way1 change
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W340778:412h07London Waterloo (WAT)10:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)£341One-way1 change
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+C17848 · Y808098:112h33London Waterloo (WAT)10:44Birmingham New Street (BHM)£321One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+C178838:212h53London Waterloo (WAT)11:14Birmingham New Street (BHM)£221One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Waterloo (WAT) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 163 km
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2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33941+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 8:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h51 | 9:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| C17883+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 8:21 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h53 | 11:14 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34151 | 8:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h52 | 10:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| W34077+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 8:41 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h07 | 10:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+C17800 | 8:48 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h56 | 11:44 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33935 | 9:01 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h54 | 10:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+C17878 · C17800 | 9:11 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h33 | 11:44 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Y80826 | 9:21 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h53 | 12:14 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34246 | 9:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h52 | 11:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33964 | 9:41 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h07 | 11:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 19:43 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, East Midlands Railway from London Waterloo (WAT) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Waterloo (WAT) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the London Euston to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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