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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Watford

Showing times and prices for Jun 20

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$35

Fastest journey

1 h 57 m

Average duration

2 h 20 m

Trains per day

Distance

138 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham to Watford will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham for Watford on Fri, Jun 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .

On Fri, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.

11:06AM2h53

Birmingham

01:59PMWatford

$291One-way

0 transfers

11:36AM2h11

Birmingham

01:47PMWatford

$291One-way

0 transfers

05:35AM2h44

Birmingham

08:19AMWatford

$311One-way

0 transfers

09:36AM1h57

Birmingham

11:33AMWatford

$391One-way

0 transfers

10:36AM1h57

Birmingham

12:33PMWatford

$471One-way

0 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Birmingham to Watford?

The best time to book your train from Birmingham to Watford is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Birmingham to Watford route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Birmingham to Watford per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Birmingham to Watford.

Trains

from $34

Buses

from $34

Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham to Watford

United Kingdom

Trains from Birmingham to Watford run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) 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

85 miles (137 km)

Average train duration

2h 21m

Cheapest ticket price

$14 (€12)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 17m

First train

05:30

Last train

16:06

Price information

Train providers: West Midlands Trains and Virgin Trains from Birmingham to Watford trains

For as little as $14 (€11) you can travel by train from Birmingham to Watford with West Midlands Trains and Virgin Trains. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

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.

Train information from Birmingham to Watford with West Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 1 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: $14

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Birmingham to Watford train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 1 h 12 min
Cheapest Price: $28
Virgin Trains frequency: 13 a day

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Watford

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham to Watford 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 to Watford.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Watford can start from as little as $14 (€11) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Watford is $32 (€26); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Birmingham to Watford train travel time is 1 h 17 min for the 85 mile (137 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Birmingham to Watford leaves at 1: 44 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Birmingham to Watford leaves at 11: 48 PM.

Yes, there are 4 direct trains a day from Birmingham to Watford with West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the route from Birmingham to Watford you can take a train with West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Birmingham to Watford on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 48 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Birmingham New Street, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Watford Junction, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Watford from Birmingham is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 17 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Birmingham to Watford by train is January.

You have options as you can travel from Birmingham to Watford 2 different ways: train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Birmingham to Watford

Birmingham

Watford

The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham International for your trip from Birmingham to Watford.

Birmingham International Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00

Distance to city center

12 km

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

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

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.

Bike Parking

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 Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens

Public transit options for Birmingham International

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.

Birmingham New Street Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
Sun: 07:30 - 23:00

Wifi

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.

Lockers

You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.

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

Car Park: Short Stay Car Park

Dining

All Bar One
Leon
Caffè Nero
Five Guys
Krispy Kreme
The Pasty Shop
Upper Crust
Wasabi
Starbucks
Hotel Chocolat

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

Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.

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

Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham

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

Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
Sun: 07:30 - 23:00

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage CCTV: Yes

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.