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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 22 m
Trains on 05 Sept
6
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
To travel from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI) you need to make at least one change.
G00852 · G008099:411h29Birmingham International (BHI)11:10Leicester station (LEI)£171One-way1 change
W11397+G007888:211h29Birmingham International (BHI)9:50Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way1 change- W11399+G008078:511h19Birmingham International (BHI)10:10Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way1 change
W33583+W11278+G007888:331h17Birmingham International (BHI)9:50Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes- W33527+W11284+G666269:331h18Birmingham International (BHI)10:51Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes
- W33583+W11278+G007888:331h17Birmingham International (BHI)9:50Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes
- W33527+W11284+G666269:331h18Birmingham International (BHI)10:51Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes
- W11399+G008078:511h19Birmingham International (BHI)10:10Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way1 change
- W11397+G007888:211h29Birmingham International (BHI)9:50Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way1 change
- G00852 · G008099:411h29Birmingham International (BHI)11:10Leicester station (LEI)£171One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 46 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI):
A coach is £0.82 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI) costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Leicester station (LEI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 13m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.77. The journey takes 1h 7m versus 57m 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
Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI) trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W11452+G66652 | Delayed 18:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 19:04 19:04Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W11459+G66655 | On time 19:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h31 | 20:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W00587+W11357+G66655 | On time 19:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 20:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| G00901 · G00839 | On time 19:41 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h33 | 21:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W11462+G00839 | On time 19:51 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 21:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W11397+G00788 | 8:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 9:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W33583+W11278+G00788 | 8:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h17 | 9:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| W11399+G00807 | 8:51 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 10:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W11403+G66626 | 9:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 10:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W33527+W11284+G66626 | 9:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h18 | 10:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| G00852 · G00809 | 9:41 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 11:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 5:06 |
Last train 20:41 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Leicester station (LEI) from £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: Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI) 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 station (LEI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham International Airport and Leicester station (LEI)
Most Birmingham International Airport to Leicester station (LEI) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham International Airport and Leicester station (LEI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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