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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Birmingham International (BHI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Birmingham International (BHI) will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 6 trains that leave Watford Junction (WFJ) for Birmingham International (BHI) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Watford Junction (WFJ) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Birmingham International (BHI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 126 km
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Live departures
Watford Junction (WFJ) to Birmingham International (BHI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Watford Junction (WFJ) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 09:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h55 | 11:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
| W10345 | 06:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h05 | 07:36 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L33519 | On time 06:36 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h57 | 08:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W09528+L33381 · L33519 | On time 06:51 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h42 | 08:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
| P00490 | 07:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h05 | 08:36 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L33528 | On time 07:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h55 | 09:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Birmingham International (BHI)
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Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Birmingham International (BHI) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 22:39. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 22:39 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Birmingham International (BHI) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Watford Junction (WFJ) and Birmingham International (BHI) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Watford Junction (WFJ) to Birmingham International (BHI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Birmingham International (BHI) 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 International (BHI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Watford Junction (WFJ) and Birmingham International (BHI)
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Parking
Dining
ATM
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Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from bay 1 of the bus station at the side of the railway station.
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Car RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
- 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 available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- 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.
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