4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Leicester
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
55 km
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 $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 31 trains that leave Birmingham for Leicester on Sat, Jun 20, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 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 Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 48 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.
G0081512:22 PM0h48Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$91One-way0 transfers- G008202:22 PM0h48Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$91One-way0 transfers
- G008274:22 PM0h48Birmingham New Street (BHM)5:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$91One-way0 transfers
- G666464:52 PM0h57Birmingham New Street (BHM)5:49 PMLeicester station (LEI)$101One-way0 transfers
- G666361:52 PM0h59Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:51 PMLeicester station (LEI)$111One-way0 transfers
- G0081512:22 PM0h48Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$91One-way0 transfers
- G008171:22 PM0h48Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$151One-way0 transfers
- G008202:22 PM0h48Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$91One-way0 transfers
- G008233:22 PM0h48Birmingham New Street (BHM)4:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$111One-way0 transfers
- G008315:22 PM0h48Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Leicester:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Leicester costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 13m.
The journey is about 1m faster (1h 12m by train vs 1h 13m by car) and roughly $14 (€11) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 (€11) vs $28 (€23)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Leicester trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00803 | On time 6:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h48 | 7:10 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66618 | On time 6:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h01 | 7:53 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00805 | On time 7:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h55 | 8:17 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66620 | On time 7:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h00 | 8:52 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00841 | On time 8:21 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h52 | 9:13 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00787 | On time 8:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h00 | 9:52 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00806 | On time 9:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h51 | 10:13 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66624 | On time 9:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h59 | 10:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00808 | On time 10:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h49 | 11:11 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66627 | On time 10:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h59 | 11:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00812 | On time 11:22 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h48 | 12:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00789 | On time 11:52 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h58 | 12:50 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00814 | On time 12:20 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h50 | 1:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00793 | On time 12:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h00 | 1:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00818 | On time 1:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h48 | 2:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66638 | On time 1:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h59 | 2:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00821 | On time 2:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h48 | 3:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66640 | On time 2:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h59 | 3:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00824 | On time 3:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h48 | 4:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66643 | On time 3:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h59 | 4:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00826 | On time 4:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h50 | 5:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00828 | On time 4:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h02 | 5:54 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66663 | On time 5:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h53 | 6:05 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00830 | On time 5:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h54 | 6:16 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66649 | On time 5:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h00 | 6:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00833 | On time 6:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h52 | 7:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66652 | On time 6:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h58 | 7:50 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00837 | On time 7:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h52 | 8:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66655 | On time 7:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h00 | 8:52 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00839 | On time 8:22 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h52 | 9:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00795 | On time 8:52 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h59 | 9:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Leicester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 48m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to Leicester trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Leicester from $5 (€4). 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 Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Leicester
Most Birmingham to Leicester trains use the Birmingham New Street to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Leicester 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 Selly Oak from Birmingham city centre
Selly Oak is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Selly Oak train station facilities and services
Selly Oak has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Selly Oak.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Selly Oak. 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 Selly Oak: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Selly Oak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Selly Oak: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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 available in the Booking Hall and on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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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