What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Watford?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Watford is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Watford?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Watford is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £30 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Watford. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Watford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Watford Junction. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Watford?

The distance between Birmingham and Watford is 96 miles. The road distance is 103.1 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Watford without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Watford without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £30 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Watford?

The train from Birmingham New Street to Watford Junction takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Watford bus from?

Birmingham to Watford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Watford train from?

Birmingham to Watford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Watford?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Watford is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Birmingham to Watford bus arrive?

Birmingham to Watford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Watford train arrive?

Birmingham to Watford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Watford Junction station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Watford is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Birmingham to Watford.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Watford?

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to Watford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Watford Junctiontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
1h 17m
£30–80
Drive 102.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Watfordcar 102.5 mi
1h 41m
£25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Town Hallbus Ra3
3h 19m

Birmingham to Watford by train

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Distance: 95 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Watford Junction hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 17m. West Midlands Trains also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 3 in around 3h 19m.

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