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Leeds City Museum
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Leeds will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 36 trains that leave Birmingham for Leeds on Thu, Jul 16, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
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G66982Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. 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 $9, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Leeds:
A bus is $46 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Leeds costing on average $61 (€50).
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 48m.
Tickets start at around $61 (€50) compared to roughly $53 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.19 (€-6.73). The journey takes 2h 37m versus 2h 13m 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 to Leeds trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G66982 | On time 6:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 8:02 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00675+ C21774+ G89448 | On time 6:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h29 | 8:38 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G01055 | On time 7:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h02 | 9:05 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00678+ C21767+ G89452 | On time 7:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h29 | 9:38 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G66987 | On time 8:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 10:03 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00738+ G89457 | On time 8:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h12 | 10:39 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01060 | On time 9:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 11:02 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00684+ C21649+ G89462 | On time 9:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h29 | 11:38 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G01062 | On time 10:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 12:03 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00739+ G89468 | On time 10:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h11 | 12:38 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01064 | On time 11:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 1:01 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00698+ G89474 | On time 11:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h12 | 1:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01067 | On time 12:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 2:03 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00701+ G89480 | On time 12:25 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h14 | 2:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01069 | On time 1:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 3:02 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00706+ G89487 | On time 1:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h10 | 3:38 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G00706+ C02129 | On time 1:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h21 | 3:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01073 | On time 2:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 4:03 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00710+ G89493 | On time 2:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h10 | 4:38 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01075 | On time 3:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 5:01 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01080 | On time 4:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 6:03 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00716+ G89506 | On time 4:25 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h12 | 6:37 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01082 | On time 5:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 7:01 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00718+ G89516 | On time 5:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h11 | 7:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01083 | On time 6:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 8:03 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00723 | On time 7:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 9:01 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00726+ G89528 | On time 7:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h12 | 9:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G00730 | On time 8:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 10:03 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00733+ G89534 | On time 8:25 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h14 | 10:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G66813 · G00735 | On time 8:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h50 | 11:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G00735 | On time 9:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h36 | 11:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00918+ G16004 | On time 10:01 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h25 | 1:26 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G00934+ C24994 | On time 10:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h38 | 2:08 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Birmingham to Leeds run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (148 km) distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
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Important gallery spanning historic and modern art in a handsome city-centre building. A core Leeds cultural venue with strong permanent displays.
Grand Victorian shopping and strolling street lined with arcades and landmarks. A classic first stop for architecture, retail, and city-centre atmosphere.
Major urban park with avenues, lakes, and events space. A local favorite for relaxing, walking, and seeing one of Leeds’ best-loved green spaces.
Canalside regeneration district with waterside paths, independent venues, and modern city views. Popular for walking and seeing contemporary Leeds at work and play.
A Yorkshire staple of batter baked until crisp and airy, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy at Sunday lunch.
A hearty pork sausage from nearby West Yorkshire, usually seasoned with herbs and served with mash or in breakfasts.
A rich fruit loaf packed with currants and citrus peel, strongly linked to Yorkshire baking and often served sliced with tea.
Stylish modern British restaurant serving seasonal dishes and cocktails in an elegant but relaxed city-centre setting.
Popular Indian vegetarian institution celebrated for South Indian snacks, street food, and casual family-friendly dining.
Refined fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
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Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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