Get ready for busier trains! This weekend, Villa Park is set to host the England vs. Andorra World Cup qualifier, meaning trains to and from the stadium will be packed with football fans. Kick-off is at 5pm on Saturday (September 6th, 2025), so expect Birmingham to be buzzing with excitement.
Plan Your Trip to Villa Park!
Thousands of fans are expected to descend on Birmingham, so West Midlands Railway is advising all passengers to plan their journeys ahead of time. Check train schedules, allow for extra travel time, and consider using both Aston and Witton stations to avoid overcrowding.
Extra Services and Staff
To help ease congestion, West Midlands Railways has added two additional services to Witton station before and after the match. Plus, extra staff will be on hand at Birmingham New Street to assist passengers. Remember to treat them with respect and ask for help if you need it!
Elizabeth Graham, Network Rail’s Birmingham New Street station manager, said: “We’re excited that Villa Park has been chosen for England’s next fixture on the road to the 2026 World Cup. With such a big match taking place, we are expecting the station and trains to be really busy on Saturday afternoon onwards. We want everyone to get safely to and from the match so it’s important to plan ahead and allow extra time. Our staff are here to help, so please treat them with respect if you are in the station and need their help at any point.”
Jonny Wiseman, customer experience director at West Midlands Railway, added: “Trains to Aston and Witton will be busier than usual this Saturday afternoon due to the England versus Andorra match at Villa Park. We are reminding passengers heading to the game that Aston and Witton stations are both a short walk from the stadium, so please consider both routes when planning your journey and check before you travel.”
- Plan your journey in advance.
- Check train schedules.
- Allow extra travel time.
- Consider using both Aston and Witton stations.
Enjoy the game and travel safely!