How to travel from Leicester to Birmingham

There are 2 options to travel between Leicester and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Leicester to Birmingham is a bus with an average price of €10.

This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Birmingham:

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Birmingham costing on average €12.

The fastest way to travel from Leicester to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 6m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 16m.

The distance from Leicester to Birmingham is approximately 34 miles (55 km).

The average frequency per day from Leicester to Birmingham is:

• Around 12 buses per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leicester and Birmingham as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leicester to Birmingham:

• Trains mostly depart from Leicester station (LEI) and arrive in Birmingham New Street (BHM).
• Buses mostly depart from Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station and arrive in Birmingham, Coach Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leicester to Birmingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country to go to Birmingham by train.
• Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, Arriva UK to go to Birmingham by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Leicester to Birmingham with the following travel companies:

• 7 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
• 12 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

Omio customers who travel from Leicester to Birmingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Edinburgh, Manchester, Glasgow. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Birmingham and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Birmingham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

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.

Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.