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Trains from London Waterloo to Birmingham Stations

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40

train journeys
per day

99

miles (159 kms)

2hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

04:41 / 00:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Birmingham Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Birmingham Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Birmingham Stations is approximately 99 miles (159 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 50 mins.

South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Birmingham Stations .

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Birmingham Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:41
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham New Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:27
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    08:05
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:54
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    08:35
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    09:05
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:03
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    09:35
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:35
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    10:05
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:04
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    10:34
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    11:05
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:04
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    11:35
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    12:05
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:04
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    12:35
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    13:05
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:04
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    13:35
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    14:05
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:04
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    14:35
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    15:05
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:04
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    15:33
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    16:05
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:39
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    16:17
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham New Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:04
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    16:35
    London Waterloo
    Birmingham Moor Street
    London Waterloo to Birmingham Moor Street

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 Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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 Stations

The travel time between London Waterloo and Birmingham Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Birmingham Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

First class tickets on trains between London Waterloo and Birmingham Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between London Waterloo and Birmingham Stations 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 Stations . owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Birmingham Stations .

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