The average train between Waterloo Station and Birmingham NEC takes 1h 29m and the fastest train takes 1h 17m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Waterloo Station to Birmingham NEC. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Waterloo Station and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Waterloo Station is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 1:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Euston station and take an average of 1h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 34m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Waterloo Station to Birmingham NEC? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from London Euston station and arriving at Birmingham International station via Birmingham International station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.
Waterloo Station to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.
Waterloo Station to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham International station.
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The distance between Waterloo Station and Birmingham NEC is 152.5 km. The road distance is 171 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Birmingham International every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.