The average train between Harrow and Birmingham takes 1h 57m and the fastest train takes 1h 19m. There is an hourly train service from Harrow to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Harrow and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harrow is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 1:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Harrow to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Harrow station and arriving at Birmingham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.
Harrow to Birmingham train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Watford Junction station.
Harrow to Birmingham train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Harrow to Birmingham train tickets online with London Overground, West Midlands Trains and 2 other operators.
The distance between Harrow and Birmingham is 146.4 km. The road distance is 163 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Watford Junction to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 17m. West Midlands Trains also services this route 3 times a day.