What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Birmingham is to rideshare which costs £8 - £20 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Birmingham is to train via London Euston which takes 1h 40m and costs £35 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd and arriving at Birmingham - Jennens Road via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station station to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Waterloo station and arriving at Birmingham New Street via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Birmingham?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Birmingham is 115 miles. The road distance is 118.8 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Birmingham without a car is to train via London Euston which takes 1h 40m and costs £35 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Waterloo Station to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Birmingham bus from?

Waterloo Station to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Birmingham train from?

Waterloo Station to Birmingham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Birmingham is to train via London Euston which takes 1h 40m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Birmingham bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Birmingham train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Birmingham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Birmingham is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Waterloo Station to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Birmingham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo Station to Birmingham?

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Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3334+ hotels available in Birmingham.

Can I share a ride from Waterloo Station to Birmingham?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Waterloo Station and Birmingham. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Waterloo Station to Birmingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Birmingham by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train via London Euston
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 40m
£36–97
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Birminghamrideshare 117.6 mi
2h 45m
£8–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk020 / ...
3h 46m
£15–32
Train
1. Take the train from London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Streettrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
2h 39m
£52–83
Drive 118.2 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Birminghamcar 118.2 mi
2h 13m
£30–43

Waterloo Station to Birmingham by subway and train

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Distance: 114.5 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Birmingham, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 17m. West Midlands Trains also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Birmingham - Jennens Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–21 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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