The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 10 buses that leave Leicester station (LEI) for Birmingham International Airport every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
NX77721:501h15Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station23:05Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£121One-way0 changes
NX77719:551h15Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station21:10Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£121One-way0 changes
NX77723:451h10Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station0:55Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£121One-way0 changes
NX77713:551h20Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station15:15Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£121One-way0 changes
NX7773:301h10Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station4:40Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£121One-way0 changes
NX1805:250h55Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station6:20Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£131One-way0 changes
NX77723:451h10Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station0:55Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£121One-way0 changes
NX7773:301h10Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station4:40Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£121One-way0 changes
NX77721:501h15Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station23:05Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£121One-way0 changes
NX77719:551h15Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station21:10Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 46 km
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International Airport coaches for today, Sunday 12 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX777 | Delayed 3:08 2:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h10 | 10:55 10:55Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX180 | 4:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h55 | 5:20 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX150 · NX777 | Delayed 14:55 8:50Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h05 | 10:55 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
NX777 | On time 10:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h20 | 11:55 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX777 | On time 12:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h20 | 14:15 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX150 · NX777 | On time 14:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h30 | 17:25 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
NX777 | On time 16:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h20 | 18:15 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX777 | On time 18:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h15 | 20:10 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX777 | On time 20:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h15 | 22:05 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX777 | On time 22:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h10 | 23:55 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International Airport
Buses from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 46 km distance in 55m.
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 3:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Arriva UK from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International AirportYou can travel by bus between Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International Airport with National Express, Arriva UK for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International Airport by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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