Train from Birmingham to Watford: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Watford on 15 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
West Midlands RailwayTrain
Birmingham New Street
Watford JunctionCheapest
Avanti West CoastTrain
Birmingham New Street
Watford JunctionFastest
West Midlands RailwayTrain
Birmingham New Street
Watford JunctionNo tags
Avanti West CoastTrain
Birmingham New Street
Watford JunctionNo tags
West Midlands RailwayTrain
Birmingham New Street
Watford JunctionNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 11:36 AM GMT.

Get from Birmingham to Watford

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 57 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 235, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day
1h 57mAverage duration
137 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Watford by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Watford?

    The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Watford start from R 235. The average price for this train route is around R 740. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Watford?

    The average train journey time from Birmingham to Watford is 1h 57m, covering a distance of 137 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 16m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.

  3. Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Watford route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Watford?

    The earliest train from Birmingham to Watford departs at 07:21. And the latest train departs at 21:11.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Birmingham to Watford?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Watford?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Watford?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Watford?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
R 490
11/12
R 323
Today
R 221
13/12
R 220
14/12
R 222
15/12
R 328
16/12
R 495
17/12
R 495
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Watford was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 220

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Watford as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 220 to R 2 931 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Watford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 220, which is on 2025-12-13.

Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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