Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€34

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€42

Fastest journey on Sep 20

2 h 41 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

2 h 48 m

Trains on Sep 20

11

Distance

124 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln Central (LCN) 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 Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) without transferring at least once.

  • East Midlands RailwayC21604+CrossCountryG01096
    10:18 AM3h03
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    1:21 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    341One-way
    1 transfer
  • East Midlands RailwayC21607+CrossCountryG01099
    11:09 AM3h12
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    2:21 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    341One-way
    1 transfer
  • East Midlands RailwayC21826+CrossCountryG01110
    2:18 PM3h05
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    5:23 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    341One-way
    1 transfer
  • East Midlands RailwayC21798+CrossCountryG01105
    1:10 PM3h12
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    4:22 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    341One-way
    1 transfer
  • East Midlands RailwayC21801+CrossCountryG01104
    12:18 PM3h04
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    3:22 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
    341One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, while a train costs an average of €49.

Distance: 77 miles (124 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

€49

Average price

€24

Average price

Cheapest

€36

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 50m

Average total duration

3h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 59m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

East Midlands Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is a bus with an average price of €24.

This is compared to other travel options from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM):

A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average €49.

The fastest way to travel from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 13m.

Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lincoln Central (LCN) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €49 compared to roughly €36 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-13.68. The journey takes 2h 13m versus 1h 59m 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

Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times

The table below shows live departures for Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC21353+CrossCountryG01094
On time
5:16 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
3h10
8:26 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21353 · C21321+CrossCountryG01134
On time
5:16 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h50
8:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21833+CrossCountryG00776
On time
6:16 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h39
8:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21831+CrossCountryG00744
On time
7:16 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h39
9:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21319+CrossCountryG01141
On time
7:50 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h14
10:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21319+CrossCountryG01100
On time
7:50 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h35
10:25 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21788+CrossCountryG00746
On time
8:17 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h38
10:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21318+CrossCountryG01146
On time
8:37 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h29
11:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21602+CrossCountryG00748
On time
9:10 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h45
11:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21317+CrossCountryW29867
On time
9:42 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h25
12:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21605+CrossCountryG00750
On time
10:14 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h41
12:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21316+CrossCountryW29872
On time
10:42 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h24
1:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21608+CrossCountryG00752
On time
11:10 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h45
1:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21315+CrossCountryW29878
On time
11:42 AM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h22
2:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21802+CrossCountryG00754
On time
12:14 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h41
2:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21314+CrossCountryW29885
On time
12:42 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h23
3:05 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21797+CrossCountryG00756
On time
1:10 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h45
3:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21313+CrossCountryG01151
On time
1:42 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h22
4:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21827+CrossCountryG00758
On time
2:14 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h41
4:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21312+CrossCountryG01156
On time
2:42 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h24
5:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21312+CrossCountryG01120
On time
2:42 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h41
5:23 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21611+CrossCountryG00760
On time
3:10 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h46
5:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21311+CrossCountryG01162
On time
3:40 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h24
6:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21311+CrossCountryG01121
On time
3:40 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h43
6:23 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21613+CrossCountryG00762
On time
4:14 PM Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h41
6:55 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 transfer

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CrossCountry as well as East Midlands Railway offer trains services from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

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Trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:17, the last at 19:14. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 1h 59m.

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 €22
Distance
77 miles (124 km)
Average train duration
2h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
€38
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
1h 59m
First train
7:17 AM
Last train
7:14 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Wed
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 €22

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Lincoln Central (LCN) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from €22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
€38
East Midlands Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 4m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
€48
CrossCountry frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €38, while the average price is around €49.
The train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) takes 1h 59m and runs 4 per day.
The distance by train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is 77 miles (124 km).
The first train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 7:17 AM.
The last train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 7:14 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
There is no direct train service currently available from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The cheapest way to get from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is by bus, with a cost of around €22.
The train journey from Lincoln Central to Birmingham New Street offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through the picturesque countryside of the East Midlands, making it moderately scenic.
A day trip from Lincoln Central to Birmingham New Street is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 59m and the distance is 77 miles (124 km). Trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Since neither Lincoln Central (LCN) nor Birmingham New Street (BHM) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) include Wolverhampton, Coventry, Derby, Leicester, Northampton.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Most Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Lincoln Central to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Lincoln Central (LCN) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Lincoln
Arrival train stations in Birmingham
Lincoln CentralLincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EWShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesOutside the front of the station.

Lincoln Central train station facilities and services

Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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