Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Showing times and prices for Jul 16

Cheapest price

$26

Average price

$41

Fastest journey

1 h 51 m

Average duration

1 h 54 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

148 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Leeds station (LDS) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Wed, Jul 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .

On Wed, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.

CrossCountry
09:05PM2h22
Leeds station (LDS)
11:27PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$261One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
07:11PM1h57
Leeds station (LDS)
09:08PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$341One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
08:11PM1h57
Leeds station (LDS)
10:08PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$341One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
06:11PM1h54
Leeds station (LDS)
08:05PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$521One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
01:11PM1h55
Leeds station (LDS)
03:06PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$601One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 91 miles (148 km)

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€52

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€12

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2h 28m

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1h 58m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 39m

Average total duration

3h 9m

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Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

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Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $6 (€5)
Distance
91 miles (148 km)
Average train duration
1h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
$19 (€15)
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
1h 52m
First train
02:17
Last train
20:11
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $6 (€5)

Train companies: CrossCountry and East Coast from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains

Find the best trains between Leeds station (LDS) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) with Omio's travel partners CrossCountry and East Coast from $33 (€27). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next journey: you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

CrossCountry from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 53 min
  • Cheapest Price: $33
  • CrossCountry frequency: 13 a day

FAQs: Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

FAQs: Travel by train from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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Popular train stations from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Leeds
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Leeds is Leeds. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds for your trip from Leeds to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
  • Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Caffè Nero
  • KFC
  • Leon
  • McDonald's
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Pret a Manger
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • Delice de France
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
  • The Queens Hotel
  • Leeds Marriott Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
  • Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Public transit options for Leeds
  • Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
The major train station for arrivals 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 journey to Birmingham from Leeds.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
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
Parking
  • Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • All Bar One
  • Leon
  • Caffè Nero
  • Five Guys
  • Krispy Kreme
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Wasabi
  • Starbucks
  • Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
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
Accessibility
  • Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
  • Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
  • Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
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
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
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.

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