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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Lincoln
Showing times and prices for Dec 04
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
123 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Lincoln will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Lincoln without transferring at least once.
C23471+
Y0806808:49PM2h50
Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:39PMLincoln Central (LCN)
€331One-way
1 transfer
C23157+Y0804204:09PM2h24
Birmingham New Street (BHM)06:33PMLincoln Central (LCN)
€481One-way
1 transfer
C23159+Y0804705:09PM2h20
Birmingham New Street (BHM)07:29PMLincoln Central (LCN)
€481One-way
1 transfer
C23153+Y0803002:09PM2h17
Birmingham New Street (BHM)04:26PMLincoln Central (LCN)
€481One-way
1 transfer
C23163+Y0805507:09PM2h20
Birmingham New Street (BHM)09:29PMLincoln Central (LCN)
€481One-way
1 transfer
C23149+Y0801812:09PM2h16
Birmingham New Street (BHM)02:25PMLincoln Central (LCN)
€481One-way
1 transfer
C23153+Y0803002:09PM2h17
Birmingham New Street (BHM)04:26PMLincoln Central (LCN)
€481One-way
1 transfer
C23144+Y0800610:09AM2h19
Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:28PMLincoln Central (LCN)
€481One-way
1 transfer
C23140+Y0799408:08AM2h19
Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:27AMLincoln Central (LCN)
€541One-way
1 transfer
C23159+Y0804705:09PM2h20
Birmingham New Street (BHM)07:29PMLincoln Central (LCN)
€481One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Lincoln
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 123 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€41 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Lincoln train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Lincoln trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:17 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:03 AM Birmingham | 2h30 | 8:33 AM Lincoln | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:08 AM Birmingham | 2h19 | 9:27 AM Lincoln | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:09 AM Birmingham | 2h22 | 10:31 AM Lincoln | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:09 AM Birmingham | 2h21 | 12:30 PM Lincoln | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:49 PM Birmingham | 2h50 | 10:39 PM Lincoln | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Lincoln
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Lincoln run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 2h 17m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €15
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 23:58 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €15
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Lincoln trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham and Lincoln from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 18m
Cheapest Price
€16
CrossCountry frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Price
€29
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Lincoln
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Lincoln by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Lincoln can start from as little as €21 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Lincoln is €39; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Birmingham to Lincoln is on average 2 h 12 min for the 123 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Lincoln from Birmingham by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Birmingham to Lincoln leaves at 05: 16. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Birmingham to Lincoln leaves at 23: 58.
There are 6 trains a day from Birmingham to Lincoln which require at least one change with CrossCountry or East Midlands Trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Lincoln. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Lincoln.
When taking a train from Birmingham to Lincoln, you can count on CrossCountry or East Midlands Trains for the best way to get you to Lincoln. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Birmingham to Lincoln and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.
A trip to Lincoln from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 12 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Birmingham to Lincoln by train is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Lincoln including taking a coach or train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Lincoln
Birmingham
Lincoln
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Adderley Park. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Adderley Park for your trip from Birmingham to Lincoln.
Adderley Park
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday Closed Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 12:00 Friday 07:00 - 10:00 Saturday 12:00 - 14:00 Sunday 09:00 - 14:00
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Adderley Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Bordesley Green Road - Outside booking hall entrance.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCLounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Distance to city center
12 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Birmingham International
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
The major train station for arrivals in Lincoln is Lincoln Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lincoln Central for your journey to Lincoln from Birmingham.
Lincoln Central
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Lincoln Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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