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Trip Overview

The average train between Watford Junction and Birmingham NEC takes 1h 29m and the fastest train takes 53 min. There is an hourly train service from Watford Junction 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.

1h 29m
Duration
87 mi
Distance
£35
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Watford Junction to Birmingham NEC train times

Trains run hourly between Watford Junction and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford Junction is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 1:11 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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    train train 1h 55m • Direct
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    train train 1h 55m • Direct
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    train train 53 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 55m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 55m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 57m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 11m • Direct
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    train train 1h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 29m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 55m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 7m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 55m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Watford Junction 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.

Map of how to get from Watford Junction to Birmingham NEC.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 87.3 mi
  • Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Birmingham NEC, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Watford Junction to Birmingham International hourly. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 1h 4m. West Midlands Trains also services this route 3 times a day.

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