Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ)

Showing times and prices for Jun 14

Cheapest price

$20

Average price

$39

Fastest journey

1 h 17 m

Average duration

1 h 38 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

137 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ) 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 Watford Junction (WFJ) will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Watford Junction (WFJ) on Sat, Jun 14, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .

On Sat, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.

West Midlands TrainsL33584
01:36PM1h57
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
03:33PMWatford Junction (WFJ)
$201One-way
0 transfers
West Midlands TrainsL33572
12:36PM1h57
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
02:33PMWatford Junction (WFJ)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastW09425
01:21PM1h17
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
02:38PMWatford Junction (WFJ)
$381One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastW09432
02:21PM1h18
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
03:39PMWatford Junction (WFJ)
$381One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastW09429+West Midlands TrainsL33618
01:47PM1h50
Birmingham New Street (BHM)
03:37PMWatford Junction (WFJ)
$471One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m.

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Bus

€26

Average price

€16

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Cheapest

2h 30m

Average duration

Fastest

2h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 5m

Average duration

2h 35m

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Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, June 13
Last updated at 1:42 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
avanti_west_coastW09457
On time
5:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h17
6:38 PM Watford Junction (WFJ)
0 transfersDirect
west_midlands_railL32789
On time
5:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h57
7:33 PM Watford Junction (WFJ)
0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coastW09460+west_midlands_railL32799
On time
5:47 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h50
7:37 PM Watford Junction (WFJ)
1 transfer
avanti_west_coastW10488
On time
6:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h17
7:38 PM Watford Junction (WFJ)
0 transfersDirect
west_midlands_railL32794
On time
6:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h57
8:33 PM Watford Junction (WFJ)
0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coastW09465+west_midlands_railL33627
On time
6:47 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h50
8:37 PM Watford Junction (WFJ)
1 transfer
Saturday, June 14
west_midlands_railL33572
On time
11:36 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h57
1:33 PM Watford Junction (WFJ)
0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coastW09423+west_midlands_railL33606
On time
11:47 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h50
1:37 PM Watford Junction (WFJ)
1 transfer
avanti_west_coastW09425
On time
12:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h17
1:38 PM Watford Junction (WFJ)
0 transfersDirect
west_midlands_railL33584
On time
12:36 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h57
2:33 PM Watford Junction (WFJ)
0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coastW09429+west_midlands_railL33618
On time
12:47 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h50
2:37 PM Watford Junction (WFJ)
1 transfer
avanti_west_coastW09432
On time
1:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1h18
2:39 PM Watford Junction (WFJ)
0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ)

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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
84 miles (136 km)
Average train duration
2h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
$7 (€6)
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 17m
First train
04:30
Last train
23:11
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Virgin Trains and Bus from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains

West Midlands Trains, Virgin Trains and Bus trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Watford Junction (WFJ) from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train information with West Midlands Trains:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 55 min
  • Cheapest Price: $8

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ)

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ).
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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Watford Junction (WFJ)

Birmingham
Watford
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your trip from Birmingham to Watford.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • All Bar One
  • Leon
  • Caffè Nero
  • Five Guys
  • Krispy Kreme
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Wasabi
  • Starbucks
  • Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
  • Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
  • Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
  • Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • In the middle of the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham New Street
  • Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
  • Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
  • Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
The major train station for arrivals in Watford is Watford Junction. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Watford Junction for your journey to Watford from Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Station forecourt
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Watford Junction
  • 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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