The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Market Harborough
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Market Harborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Market Harborough will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Market Harborough without transferring at least once.
5:19 AM1h36Birmingham6:55 AMMarket Harborough$711One-way1 transfer
5:52 AM1h33Birmingham7:25 AMMarket Harborough$711One-way1 transfer
6:22 AM1h35Birmingham7:57 AMMarket Harborough$711One-way1 transfer
6:52 AM1h33Birmingham8:25 AMMarket Harborough$711One-way1 transfer
7:22 AM1h32Birmingham8:54 AMMarket Harborough$711One-way1 transfer
2:22 PM1h03Birmingham3:25 PMMarket Harborough$711One-way1 transfer
5:12 PM1h11Birmingham6:23 PMMarket Harborough$711One-way1 transfer
4:12 PM1h12Birmingham5:24 PMMarket Harborough$711One-way1 transfer
5:22 PM1h31Birmingham6:53 PMMarket Harborough$711One-way1 transfer
7:22 AM1h32Birmingham8:54 AMMarket Harborough$711One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Market Harborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Market Harborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a bus costs an average of $39.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Market Harborough:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Birmingham to Market Harborough costing on average $39 (€32).
Other travel options to Market Harborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 34m.
Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $18 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-17.89 (€-14.64). The journey takes 1h 4m versus 1h 3m 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 to Market Harborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Market Harborough trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:22 AM Birmingham | 1h33 | 12:55 PM Market Harborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Market Harborough
Trains from Birmingham to Market Harborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 10:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to Market Harborough trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Market Harborough from $24 (€19). 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 to Market Harborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Market Harborough 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 Market Harborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Market Harborough
Most Birmingham to Market Harborough trains use the Birmingham New Street to Market Harborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Market Harborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: 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.
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: 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.
Which Market Harborough station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Market Harborough from Market Harborough city centre
Market Harborough train station facilities and services
Market Harborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Market Harborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Market Harborough.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Market Harborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Market Harborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Market Harborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. Step free access is available to both platforms, via the ticket office for platform 1 or the new car park for platform 2. Please check which platform your train is due to depart from before arriving at the station. Services to the north, including Leicester, Nottingham, Sheffield and Derby normally depart from platform 1. Services to London and stations south of Market Harborough normally depart from platform 2. If you do need assistance to change platforms, we're happy to help. Please speak to a member of staff or use a Help Point in the station. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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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