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Journey from Birmingham New Street to London Waterloo on the fastest train in 1 hour 54 minutes, usually 2 hours 43 minutes. Every day, 141 trains leave from Birmingham New Street, starting at 05:02 and ending at 22:03. During Off-Peak Times from 09:30 on weekdays, enjoy a quieter and less crowded journey. Get real-time updates on train schedules, delays, and cancellations. Save time, effort, and money with us.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
05:02 Birmingham New Street | 2 hours 40 minutes, Direct | 07:42 London Waterloo | Chiltern Railways | Find tickets |
05:30 Birmingham New Street | 2 hours 8 minutes, Direct | 07:38 London Waterloo | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets |
05:32 Birmingham New Street | 2 hours 46 minutes, Direct | 08:18 London Waterloo | Chiltern Railways | Find tickets |
05:35 Birmingham New Street | 2 hours 24 minutes, 1 change | 07:59 London Waterloo | West Midlands Trains | Find tickets |
05:35 Birmingham New Street | 2 hours 38 minutes, Direct | 08:13 London Waterloo | West Midlands Trains | Find tickets |
The train journey from Birmingham New Street to London Waterloo combines efficiency with pleasure, featuring beautiful scenery and comfort. With frequent departures from Birmingham New Street, you can get to London Waterloo in just 1 hour 54 minutes, making it an ideal and convenient choice for travelling between them.

The fastest train journey time from Birmingham New Street to London Waterloo is 1 hour 54 minutes . Direct trains can save significant time by avoiding transfers. Always check if a direct route is available for your journey. Moreover, when searching for trains, consider the total travel time. Some routes with fewer stops or more efficient schedules might be faster.
No, unfortunately, you need to transfer from Birmingham New Street to London Waterloo. Still, the TrainPal Train Journey Planner helps you find the best train. Just input your origin or destination places, then click "Search" to see the suitable route.

Birmingham New Street to London Waterloo trains are generally punctual, but delays or disruptions can happen due to weather, strikes, and other factors. With Train Journey Planner, finding a train timetable for your trip is simple. Enter your departure and arrival stations to view a detailed schedule of available trains. Provide your travel details to find the best routes, connections, and train times.
It’s recommended to reach the train station 15-20 minutes before your train is set to leave. This gives you sufficient time to locate your platform, particularly in larger stations. Arriving early is also beneficial if you need to collect tickets or find your way around an unfamiliar station, helping to minimise any potential stress.
Yes, most trains on the route from Birmingham New Street to London Waterloo are equipped with Wi-Fi. Passengers can also enjoy complimentary food, drinks, and power sockets for a more comfortable journey. Please note that the availability of these services can vary depending on the train company
Check our Train Journey Planner, which provides detailed information about transfers to ensure your journey is uninterrupted, saving you time and effort, and allowing you to get a full rest for travelling.

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