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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for Feb 20
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
55 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Birmingham 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 will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Leicester for Birmingham on Fri, Feb 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 20 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Fri, Feb 20 the slowest trains will take 59 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.
C7252110:16AM0h59
Leicester station (LEI)11:15AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
€141One-way
0 transfers
C7539209:50AM0h48
Leicester station (LEI)10:38AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
€161One-way
0 transfers
C7251708:18AM0h57
Leicester station (LEI)09:15AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
€161One-way
0 transfers
C7539008:50AM0h48
Leicester station (LEI)09:38AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
€161One-way
0 transfers
C7251909:15AM1h00
Leicester station (LEI)10:15AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
€161One-way
0 transfers
C7539209:50AM0h48
Leicester station (LEI)10:38AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
€161One-way
0 transfers
C7539008:50AM0h48
Leicester station (LEI)09:38AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
€161One-way
0 transfers
C7539410:50AM0h48
Leicester station (LEI)11:38AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
€181One-way
0 transfers
C7251708:18AM0h57
Leicester station (LEI)09:15AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
€161One-way
0 transfers
C7252110:16AM0h59
Leicester station (LEI)11:15AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
€141One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 55 km
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€11 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Birmingham trains for today, Thursday, February 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:29 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C75394 | On time 10:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h48 | 11:38 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 20 | |||||
| C72517 | On time 8:18 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h57 | 9:15 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C75390 | On time 8:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h48 | 9:38 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C72519 | On time 9:15 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h00 | 10:15 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C75392 | On time 9:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h48 | 10:38 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C72521 | On time 10:16 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h59 | 11:15 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Birmingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Birmingham.
How far in advance should I book train tickets from Leicester to Birmingham?
The best time to book your train from Leicester to Birmingham is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Leicester to Birmingham route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Leicester to Birmingham per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Leicester to Birmingham.
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Overview: Train from Leicester to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 48m.
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 €4
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 23:05 |
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 €4
Train companies: CrossCountry, National Express, Cross Country from Leicester to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, National Express, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Birmingham from €4. 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
48m
Cheapest Price
€4
CrossCountry frequency
7 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
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
€5
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
€49
Cross Country frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Birmingham can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leicester to Birmingham is €11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Leicester to Birmingham is 48m to travel the 55 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Leicester to Birmingham leaves at 4:55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Leicester to Birmingham leaves at 11:05 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from Leicester to Birmingham with CrossCountry, National Express, Cross Country. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Leicester to Birmingham, you can count on CrossCountry, National Express, Cross Country for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Leicester and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Birmingham from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 48m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Leicester to Birmingham is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Birmingham
Leicester
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to Birmingham.
Leicester
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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 toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your journey to Birmingham from Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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.
University
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 20:00 Saturday 08:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station is adjacent to public bike parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for University
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect you from: For services towards Selly Oak / Longbridge / Redditch - the public bus stop QE (Vincent Drive) on the near side of New Fosse Way outside the station. For services towards Birmingham - the public bus stop QD (Vincent Drive) on the far side of New Fosse Way, opposite the station.
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