The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Birmingham International Airport will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 10 buses that leave Leicester for Birmingham International Airport on Sat, Mar 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare bus and train for Leicester to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 46 km
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester to Birmingham International Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Birmingham International Airport buses for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX777 | 3:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h10 | 4:40 AM Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX180 | 5:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h55 | 6:20 AM Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX150 · NX777 | 9:50 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h05 | 11:55 AM Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Leicester to Birmingham International Airport by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Birmingham International Airport
Buses from Leicester to Birmingham International Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 46 km distance in 55m.
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 03:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Leicester to Birmingham International AirportYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Birmingham International Airport with National Express for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leicester to Birmingham International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Birmingham International Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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