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Compare train and coach for Waltham Cross to Birmingham
The cheapest option from Waltham Cross to Birmingham is coach, with an average price of £23. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Waltham Cross to Birmingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 155 km
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£150 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest option |
7h 9m Average total duration Fastest option 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Waltham Cross to Birmingham
Typically, there are 4 trains per day from Waltham Cross to Birmingham, including direct trains, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £149 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 155 km |
Average train duration 6h 39m |
Lowest ticket price £149 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 5:28 |
Last train 20:52 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Greater Anglia from Waltham Cross to Birmingham trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Waltham Cross and Birmingham from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Waltham Cross to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waltham Cross to Birmingham 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Waltham Cross and Birmingham
Most Waltham Cross to Birmingham trains use the Waltham Cross to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Waltham Cross and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Waltham Cross station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Waltham Cross from Waltham Cross city centre
Waltham Cross train station facilities and services
Waltham Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Waltham Cross.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Waltham Cross.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Waltham Cross.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Waltham Cross: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Waltham Cross: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Waltham Cross: 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 taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Theobalds Grove from Waltham Cross city centre
Theobalds Grove train station facilities and services
Theobalds Grove has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Theobalds Grove.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Theobalds Grove.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, 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 Theobalds Grove: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Theobalds Grove: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Theobalds Grove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, 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, Ramp for train access: No, 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.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
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.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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 on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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