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Leicester Museum & Art Gallery
Leicester's flagship museum and gallery, known for dinosaurs, German Expressionism and broad collections for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$13
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$27
Fastest journey on Sep 05
1 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
1 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 05
54
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 $27 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 2 times.
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W33771Omio 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 an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, while a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$18 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester:
A bus is $1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester costing on average $18.
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 22m.
Tickets start at around $18 compared to roughly $14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.24. 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.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Leicester trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W11432+ G00824 | Delayed 1:51 PM 2:51 PMBirmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 4:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11444+ G00830 | Delayed 3:51 PM 4:51 PMBirmingham International (BHI) | 1h25 | 6:16 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
G00891 · G00833 | Delayed 4:47 PM 5:41 PMBirmingham International (BHI) | 1h33 | 7:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11452+ G66652 | Delayed 6:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 6:58 PM 6:58 PMLeicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11459+ G66655 | On time 7:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h31 | 8:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W00587+ W11357+ G66655 | On time 7:33 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 8:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
G00901 · G00839 | On time 7:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h33 | 9:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11462+ G00839 | On time 7:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 9:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11463+ G00795 | On time 8:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 9:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W33999+ W11363+ G00795 | On time 8:33 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h18 | 9:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
G00918 · G00797 | On time 9:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h37 | 11:18 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
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Y81069+ G00802 | 5:34 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h37 | 7:11 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
P69497+ G00804 | 6:35 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h35 | 8:10 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W33652+ W11270+ G66619 | 6:39 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h11 | 7:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
W11392+ G66621 | 7:21 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 8:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W33431+ W11274+ G66621 | 7:33 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h17 | 8:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
G00848 · G00799 | 7:41 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 9:10 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11394+ G00799 | 7:51 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 9:10 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11397+ G00788 | 8:21 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 9:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W33583+ W11278+ G00788 | 8:33 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h17 | 9:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
W11399+ G00807 | 8:51 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 10:10 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11403+ G66626 | 9:21 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 10:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W33527+ W11284+ G66626 | 9:33 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h18 | 10:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
G00852 · G00809 | 9:41 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 11:10 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11404+ G00809 | 9:51 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 11:10 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11407+ G66628 | 10:21 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 11:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W33558+ W11293+ G66628 | 10:33 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h18 | 11:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
G00856 · G00811 | 10:41 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 12:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11416+ G00792 | 12:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 1:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W33443+ W11313+ G00792 | 12:33 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h18 | 1:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
G00862 · G00817 | 12:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 2:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11418+ G00817 | 12:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 2:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11422+ G66636 | 1:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 2:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W33474+ W11319+ G66636 | 1:33 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h18 | 2:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
G00868 · G00820 | 1:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 3:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11424+ G00820 | 1:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 3:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11428+ G66639 | 2:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 3:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W33469+ W11325+ G66639 | 2:33 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h18 | 3:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
G00873 · G00823 | 2:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 4:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11430+ G00823 | 2:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 4:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11434+ G66642 | 3:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 4:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W33417+ W11331+ G66642 | 3:33 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h18 | 4:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
G00881 · G00827 | 3:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 5:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11437+ G00827 | 3:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 5:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11439+ G66646 | 4:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h28 | 5:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W33400+ W11337+ G66646 | 4:33 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h16 | 5:49 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
G00886 · G00831 | 4:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 6:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11442+ G00831 | 4:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 6:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W11445+ G66650 | 5:21 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 6:50 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
W33464+ W11343+ G66650 | 5:33 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h17 | 6:50 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
G00889 · G00834 | 5:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 7:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
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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 $11 but you can travel from only $6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 5:06 AM |
Last train 8:41 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Leicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leicester trip today.
Leicester's flagship museum and gallery, known for dinosaurs, German Expressionism and broad collections for first-time visitors.
Dedicated to the 2012 discovery of Richard III, this award-winning museum uses immersive displays to tell a remarkable royal story.
A grand Victorian pumping station with working steam heritage displays, making industrial history surprisingly engaging for all ages.
Revived historic quarter around Leicester Cathedral and the Richard III story, packed with lanes, heritage sites and independent venues.
Leicester's best-known green space, offering formal gardens, boating, sports facilities and a lively urban park atmosphere.
Main civic square framed by key institutions and events, useful as a central meeting point and starting place for exploring.
A flaky pastry pie from nearby Melton Mowbray, traditionally made with uncured pork. It is one of Leicestershire’s best-known foods and widely eaten in Leicester.
A hard, crumbly red cheese from Leicestershire with a nutty, mellow flavour. It is one of England’s oldest named cheeses and a proud regional staple.
A blue-veined Stilton-style cheese made in Leicestershire. Rich and creamy, it is strongly linked to the county’s cheesemaking tradition.
Modern British fine dining with tasting menus in an intimate setting. One of Leicester’s most acclaimed restaurants for special occasions.
Well-known modern Indian restaurant serving refined regional dishes and grills in a smart, contemporary dining room.
Long-established vegetarian Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile, known for Gujarati snacks, thalis and a lively casual atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and casual meals stay fairly affordable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafe tipping is not expected, but small change is appreciated.
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Leicester Railway Station -> Leicester City Centre
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.

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.
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 options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
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.
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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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