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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT) without transferring at least once.
Y80931 · C18005+
Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo8:36 PM2h28Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:04 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$121One-way2 transfers- Y80931+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo8:36 PM2h58Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:34 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$121One-way1 transfer
W34268+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo9:11 PM2h16Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:27 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$161One-way1 transfer- C01302+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo8:47 PM2h01Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:48 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$161One-way1 transfer
- W33999+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo8:21 PM2h13Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:34 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$161One-way1 transfer
- W33891+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo8:47 AM1h54Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:41 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$591One-way1 transfer
- W33940+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo9:47 AM1h54Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:41 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$581One-way1 transfer
- W34194+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo4:47 PM1h55Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:42 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$591One-way1 transfer
- W34207+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo9:17 AM1h56Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:13 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$581One-way1 transfer
- W34271+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo10:17 AM1h56Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:13 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$591One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 101 miles (163 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT):
A bus is $38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average $63.
Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 19m.
The journey is about 44m faster (2h 6m by train vs 2h 50m by car) and roughly $35 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($63 vs $98). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y80817+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 8:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h46 | 10:52 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W34284+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 8:21 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h08 | 10:29 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| Y80823 · C17884+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 8:36 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h23 | 10:59 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| Y80823+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 8:36 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h49 | 11:25 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W33891+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 8:47 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h54 | 10:41 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| Y80829+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 9:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h46 | 11:52 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W34207+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 9:17 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h56 | 11:13 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| Y80895+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 2:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h49 | 5:25 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| Y80900+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 3:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h46 | 5:52 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W34060+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 3:17 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 5:15 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W34236+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 3:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h08 | 5:29 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| Y80903 · C18015+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 3:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h23 | 5:59 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| Y80908+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 4:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h47 | 6:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W34160+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 4:17 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 6:15 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W34244+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 4:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h08 | 6:29 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| C17796+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 4:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h56 | 7:32 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| C17796 · C17791+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 4:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h23 | 6:59 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| W34194+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 4:47 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h55 | 6:42 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| Y80914+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | On time 5:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h51 | 7:57 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 but you can travel from only $7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 19:36. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (163 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 101 miles (163 km) |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 5:36 AM |
Last train 7:36 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and London Waterloo (WAT) from $7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Birmingham New Street to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and London Waterloo (WAT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
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