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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Birmingham is to bus which costs £22 - £60 and takes 3h 39m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Birmingham?

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

How far is it from Watford to Birmingham?

The distance between Watford and Birmingham is 96 miles. The road distance is 102 miles.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Watford to Birmingham bus from?

Watford to Birmingham bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Town Hall station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Watford to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Watford to Birmingham is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £60 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Watford to Birmingham bus arrive?

Watford to Birmingham bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Birmingham is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Watford to Birmingham.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 17m
£30–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3h 39m
£23–58
Drive 101.4 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Birminghamcar 101.4 mi
1h 43m
£25–36

Watford to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 95 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Watford Junction to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 17m. West Midlands Trains also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall to Birmingham Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 39m.

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