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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Leicester

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$18

Average price

$20

Fastest journey

48 m

Average duration

48 m

Trains per day

Distance

55 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham 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 to Leicester will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.

Fast trains

Of the 18 trains that leave Birmingham for Leicester on Thu, Jun 19, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .

On Thu, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 50 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.

C23282

10:52AM0h59

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

11:51AMLeicester station (LEI)

$181One-way

0 transfers

C23280

09:52AM0h59

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

10:51AMLeicester station (LEI)

$181One-way

0 transfers

C23286

11:52AM0h58

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

12:50PMLeicester station (LEI)

$181One-way

0 transfers

C23292

01:52PM0h59

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

02:51PMLeicester station (LEI)

$181One-way

0 transfers

C23295

02:52PM0h59

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

03:51PMLeicester station (LEI)

$181One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€12 Average price	€12 Average price Cheapest
1h 28m Average duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 45m Average duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Birmingham to Leicester train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 19

Last updated at 5:35 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
C23277	On time 7:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	1h00	8:52 AM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23325	On time 8:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h51	9:13 AM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23280	On time 8:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h59	9:51 AM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23327	On time 9:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h50	10:12 AM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23282	On time 9:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h59	10:51 AM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23330	On time 10:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h48	11:10 AM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23286	On time 10:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h58	11:50 AM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C01402	On time 11:20 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h51	12:11 PM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23289	On time 11:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h59	12:51 PM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23336	On time 12:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h48	1:10 PM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23292	On time 12:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h59	1:51 PM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23339	On time 1:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h48	2:10 PM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23295	On time 1:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h59	2:51 PM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23342	On time 2:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h48	3:10 PM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23297	On time 2:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h59	3:51 PM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23345	On time 3:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h50	4:12 PM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23347	On time 3:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	1h02	4:54 PM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
C23317	On time 4:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	0h53	5:05 PM Leicester station (LEI)	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Birmingham to Leicester?

The best time to book your train from Birmingham to Leicester is 6 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Birmingham to Leicester route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Birmingham to Leicester 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 Birmingham to Leicester.

Trains

from $15

Buses

from $12

Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham to Leicester

United Kingdom

Trains from Birmingham to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.

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

Distance

33 miles (54 km)

Average train duration

58m

Cheapest ticket price

$6 (€5)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

48m

First train

05:19

Last train

22:22

Price information

Train providers: CrossCountry from Birmingham to Leicester trains

Travel between Birmingham and Leicester from $7 (€6) with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Birmingham to Leicester. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

CrossCountry from Birmingham to Leicester train information:

Average Duration: 48 min
Cheapest Price: $7
CrossCountry frequency: 16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Leicester

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham to Leicester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Leicester.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Leicester can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Leicester is $11 (€9); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Birmingham to Leicester train travel time is 48 min for the 33 mile (54 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Birmingham to Leicester leaves at 4: 55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Birmingham to Leicester leaves at 10: 56 PM.

Yes, there are 8 direct trains a day from Birmingham to Leicester with CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the best Birmingham to Leicester train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with CrossCountry. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Leicester from Birmingham to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 56 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Birmingham New Street, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leicester, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Leicester from Birmingham is worth doing with a journey time of 48 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Birmingham to Leicester is June.

You have options as you can travel between Birmingham and Leicester 2 different ways: bus or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Birmingham to Leicester

Birmingham

Leicester

The major train station for departures 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 trip from Birmingham to Leicester.

Birmingham New Street Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom

Phone Number

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.

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.

University Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

University station, University Road West, Edgbaston, West Midlands, B15 2FB

Phone Number

+44 333 311 0039

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 km

Parking

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.