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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sleaford to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
116 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sleaford to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sleaford to Birmingham will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Sleaford for Birmingham on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 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.
09:18AM2h37
Sleaford11:55AMBirmingham
$861One-way
0 transfers
05:36AM2h50
Sleaford08:26AMBirmingham
$881One-way
0 transfers
09:18AM2h37
Sleaford11:55AMBirmingham
$861One-way
0 transfers
05:36AM2h50
Sleaford08:26AMBirmingham
$881One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Sleaford to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Sleaford to Birmingham trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 5:02 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 6:35 AM Sleaford | 2h48 | 9:23 AM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
| 6:42 AM Sleaford | 2h56 | 9:38 AM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
| 7:14 AM Sleaford | 3h13 | 10:27 AM Birmingham | 2 transfers | |
| 7:39 AM Sleaford | 2h59 | 10:38 AM Birmingham | 1 transfer | |
| 8:10 AM Sleaford | 2h45 | 10:55 AM Birmingham | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sleaford to Birmingham
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Trains from Sleaford to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $85 (€70) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 2h 37m.
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 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€70) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 20:18 |
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
Train companies: east_midlands_trains from Sleaford to Birmingham trainseast_midlands_trains trains will get you between Sleaford and Birmingham from $85 (€70). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 29m
Cheapest Price
$108 (€88)
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Trains from Sleaford to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sleaford to Birmingham 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.
The train from Sleaford to Birmingham takes 2h 37m and runs 5 per day.
The last train from Sleaford to Birmingham leaves at 8:18 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Sleaford to Birmingham.
The train journey from Sleaford to Birmingham offers a mix of urban and rural views, with some scenic countryside stretches, particularly as you travel through the picturesque Lincolnshire landscapes and approach the outskirts of Birmingham.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Sleaford to Birmingham.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.
The distance by train from Sleaford to Birmingham is 72 miles (116 km).
The train station in Sleaford that goes to Birmingham is Sleaford station (SLR), which connects to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
A day trip from Sleaford to Birmingham is not feasible as the travel time is 2h 37m. Trains run 5 times per day.
There is no high speed train available from Sleaford to Birmingham.
Train ticket prices from Sleaford to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $85 (€70), while the average price is around $86 (€70).
The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Birmingham is by train, with a cost of around $85 (€70).
The first train from Sleaford to Birmingham leaves at 5:19 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Sleaford to Birmingham.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sleaford to Birmingham
Sleaford
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Sleaford is Sleaford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sleaford for your trip from Sleaford to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 13:30 Saturday 07:30 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station access level Easy access to platform 1 (Peterborough/Skegness) bound. Steps and bridge to platforms 2/3 (Lincoln/Nottingham) bound, however at certain times staff can be made available by prior arrangement to assist customers across a foot crossing. Foot crossing under Signallers control. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Woodside 01529 304444
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: available on platform 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Sleaford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On Station Street outside the station.
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 Sleaford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
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.
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
- 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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 18:00 Friday 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday 09:00 - 17:00 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: 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 Perry Barr
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus layby on Birchfield Road near to station entrance for both directions
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