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Birmingham to Watford train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham to Watford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 14.19, with average prices for this route around AU$ 24.60. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Sun, Aug 3
    From AU$ 18.51
  • Mon, Aug 4
    From AU$ 18.51
  • Tue, Aug 5
    From AU$ 18.51
  • Wed, Aug 6
    From AU$ 14.19
  • Thu, Aug 7
    From AU$ 18.51
  • Fri, Aug 8
    From AU$ 18.51
  • Sat, Aug 9
    From AU$ 18.51
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08:26
Birmingham New Street
10:05
Watford Junction
1h 39m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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08:33
Birmingham New Street
11:06
Watford Junction
2h 33m, No directWest Midlands Trains
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08:33
Birmingham New Street
11:25
Watford Junction
2h 52m, DirectWest Midlands Trains
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08:56
Birmingham New Street
10:32
Watford Junction
1h 36m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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09:07
Birmingham New Street
11:25
Watford Junction
2h 18m, DirectWest Midlands Trains
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09:30
Birmingham New Street
11:11
Paris
1h 41m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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Birmingham to Watford train route details

First train
First train
08:26
Last train
Last train
22:56
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Watford
Journey time
Journey time
1h 17m
Distance
Distance
137 km
Price
Price
AU$ 14.19*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Watford

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to Watford can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Birmingham to Watford, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Watford ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham to Watford train ticket types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.