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Trains from London Waterloo to Birmingham International (BHI)

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50

train journeys
per day

94

miles (152 kms)

1hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Birmingham International (BHI)

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On a typical weekday there are 50 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Birmingham International , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 50 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Birmingham International is approximately 94 miles (152 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 8 mins.

Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Birmingham International.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Birmingham International. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Birmingham International Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:46
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    07:33
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:36
    2 hrs 1 change
    07:36
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    08:15
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:36
    2 hrs 1 change
    08:36
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    09:15
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    09:36
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:05
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    09:45
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    10:15
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:41
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    10:36
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:05
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    10:45
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:18
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:41
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    11:36
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:05
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    11:45
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:18
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:41
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    12:36
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:05
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    12:45
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:41
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    13:36
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:05
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    13:45
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:33
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham International
    London Waterloo to Birmingham International

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Birmingham International Station

Station name Birmingham International (BHI)
Address Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:00
Saturday 06:15 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Waterloo and Birmingham International

The travel time between London Waterloo and Birmingham International by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Birmingham International vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 50 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo and Birmingham International can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Waterloo & Birmingham International. owever, there are 50 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Birmingham International.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Waterloo and Birmingham International, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.