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Watford Junction to Birmingham NEC trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Watford Junction and Birmingham NEC takes 1h 31m and the fastest train takes 53 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour 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 31m
Duration
87 mi
Distance
£35
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Watford Junction to Birmingham NEC train times

Trains run every 30 minutes 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 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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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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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 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 Wednesday, November 11, 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 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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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.

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  • Distance: 87.3 mi
  • Duration: 1h 31m

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 5m. West Midlands Trains also services this route 3 times a day.

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