4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester without transferring at least once.
G00858 · G0081411:41 AM1h29Birmingham International (BHI)1:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$131One-way1 transfer- G00866 · G008211:41 PM1h29Birmingham International (BHI)3:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$131One-way1 transfer
- G00891 · G008335:41 PM1h33Birmingham International (BHI)7:14 PMLeicester station (LEI)$131One-way1 transfer
- G00861 · G0081812:41 PM1h29Birmingham International (BHI)2:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$151One-way1 transfer
- G00875 · G008242:41 PM1h29Birmingham International (BHI)4:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$171One-way1 transfer
W34233+G00789+
W1130811:33 AM1h17Birmingham International (BHI)12:50 PMLeicester station (LEI)$301One-way2 transfers- W34236+W11333+G666433:33 PM1h18Birmingham International (BHI)4:51 PMLeicester station (LEI)$371One-way2 transfers
- W11414+G0081411:51 AM1h19Birmingham International (BHI)1:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$301One-way1 transfer
- W11426+G008211:51 PM1h19Birmingham International (BHI)3:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$301One-way1 transfer
- W11432+G008242:51 PM1h19Birmingham International (BHI)4:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$301One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham International Airport to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester:
A bus is $0.10 (€0.08) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 21m.
Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-3.83 (€-3.15). The journey takes 1h 8m versus 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Leicester trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00818+W11420 | Delayed 12:22 PM 12:51 PMBirmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 2:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G66638+W11421 | 1:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 2:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G66638+W11320+W33933 | 1:28 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 2:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G00866 · G00821 | 1:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 3:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00821+W11426 | 1:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 3:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G66640+W11427 | Delayed 1:52 PM 2:21 PMBirmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 3:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G66640+C01362+W11326 | Delayed 2:24 PM 2:28 PMBirmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 3:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G00875 · G00824 | 2:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 4:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00824+W11432 | On time 2:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 4:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G66643+W11433 | Delayed 2:52 PM 3:21 PMBirmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 4:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G66643+W11333+W34236 | Delayed 3:24 PM 3:33 PMBirmingham International (BHI) | 1h18 | 4:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G00826+W11436 | On time 3:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h21 | 5:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00828+W11441 | On time 4:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h33 | 5:54 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00828+W34244+W11338 | 4:33 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h21 | 5:54 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G00887 · G66663 | On time 4:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h24 | 6:05 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G66663+W34287 | 4:46 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 6:05 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00830+W11444 | 4:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h25 | 6:16 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W11447+G66649 | On time 5:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h31 | 6:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W11345+G66649+W34124 | 5:28 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h24 | 6:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G00891 · G00833 | On time 5:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h33 | 7:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W11450+G00833 | On time 5:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 7:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W11452+G66652 | On time 6:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 7:50 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W11350+G00837+C01365 | On time 6:28 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h46 | 8:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W11457+G00837 | On time 6:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 8:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W11459+G66655 | On time 7:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h31 | 8:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W11357+G66655+W00587 | Delayed 6:56 PM 7:33 PMBirmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 8:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G00901 · G00839 | 7:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h33 | 9:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W11462+G00839 | 7:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 9:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W11463+G00795 | 8:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 9:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W11363+G00795+W33999 | Delayed 7:56 PM 8:33 PMBirmingham International (BHI) | 1h18 | 9:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W00205 · W11368+G00797 | 9:26 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h52 | 11:18 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G00918 · G00797 | 9:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h37 | 11:18 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00797+C01356 | On time 9:46 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h32 | 11:18 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
| G00787+W11396 | 8:21 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h31 | 9:52 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W34284+W11279+G00787 | 8:33 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 9:52 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G00806+W11401 | 8:51 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h22 | 10:13 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G66624+W11402 | 9:21 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 10:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G66624+W34207+W11287 | 9:28 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 10:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W11405+G00808 | 9:51 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h20 | 11:11 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W11406+G66627 | 10:21 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 11:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W34271+W11297+G66627 | 10:28 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 11:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G00812+W11409 | 10:51 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 12:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W11410+G00789 | 11:21 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 12:50 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W34233+W11308+G00789 | 11:33 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h17 | 12:50 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G00858 · G00814 | 11:41 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 1:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00814+W11414 | 11:51 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 1:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W11415+G00793 | 12:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h31 | 1:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00793+W11314+W33910 | 12:33 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 1:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G00861 · G00818 | 12:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 2:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00818+W11420 | On time 12:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 2:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester
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Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 7:21 AM |
Last train 9:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Leicester from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester
Most Birmingham International Airport to Leicester trains use the Birmingham New Street to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham International Airport and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: 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.
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