The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International (BHI) 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 (BHI) to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Birmingham International (BHI) to Leicester station (LEI) you need to make at least 2 changes.
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G008078:331h38Birmingham International (BHI)10:11Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes
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G0081110:331h38Birmingham International (BHI)12:11Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes
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G0081511:331h38Birmingham International (BHI)13:11Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes
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G0082013:331h38Birmingham International (BHI)15:11Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes
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G0081712:331h38Birmingham International (BHI)14:11Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes
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G008078:331h38Birmingham International (BHI)10:11Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes
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G0081110:331h38Birmingham International (BHI)12:11Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes
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G0081511:331h38Birmingham International (BHI)13:11Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes
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G0082013:331h38Birmingham International (BHI)15:11Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes
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G0081712:331h38Birmingham International (BHI)14:11Leicester station (LEI)£221One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham International (BHI) to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International (BHI) to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 45 km
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1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham International (BHI) to Leicester station (LEI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International (BHI) to Leicester station (LEI) trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W11391+ G66620 | 7:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h31 | 8:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W34205+ W11275+ G66620 | 7:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 8:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
G00847 · G00841 | On time 7:41 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h32 | 9:13 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W11395+ G00841 | On time 7:51 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h22 | 9:13 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W11396+ G00787 | On time 8:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h31 | 9:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W34284+ W11279+ G00787 | 8:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 9:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
G00849 · G00806 | On time 8:41 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h32 | 10:13 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W11402+ G66624 | On time 9:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 10:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W34207+ W11287+ G66624 | On time 9:28 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 10:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
W11406+ G66627 | On time 10:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 11:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W34271+ W11297+ G66627 | 10:28 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 11:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
W34233+ W11308+ G00789 | On time 11:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h17 | 12:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
W11414+ G00814 | On time 11:51 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 13:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W11415+ G00793 | 12:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h31 | 13:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W33910+ W11314+ G00793 | On time 12:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 13:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
G00861 · G00818 | On time 12:41 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 14:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W11420+ G00818 | On time 12:51 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 14:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W11421+ G66638 | 13:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 14:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W33933+ W11320+ G66638 | 13:28 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 14:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
W11426+ G00821 | 13:51 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 15:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W11427+ G66640 | On time 14:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 15:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C01362+ W11326+ G66640 | On time 14:28 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 15:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
W11433+ G66643 | On time 15:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 16:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W34236+ W11333+ G66643 | On time 15:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h18 | 16:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
W11436+ G00826 | On time 15:51 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h21 | 17:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W11441+ G00828 | On time 16:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h33 | 17:54 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W34244+ W11338+ G00828 | 16:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h21 | 17:54 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
G00887 · G66663 | On time 16:41 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h24 | 18:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W34287+ G66663 | 16:46 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 18:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W11447+ G66649 | On time 17:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h31 | 18:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W34124+ W11345+ G66649 | On time 17:28 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h24 | 18:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
G00891 · G00833 | On time 17:41 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h33 | 19:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W11452+ G66652 | On time 18:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h29 | 19:50 Leicester 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 | 19:41 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h33 | 21:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W11462+ G00839 | 19:51 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h23 | 21:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W11463+ G00795 | 20:21 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h30 | 21:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W33999+ W11363+ G00795 | On time 20:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h18 | 21:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International (BHI) to Leicester station (LEI)
Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 4:42 |
Last train 20:41 |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Birmingham International (BHI) to Leicester station (LEI) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Birmingham International (BHI) and Leicester station (LEI) from £6. 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 (BHI) to Leicester station (LEI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International (BHI) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham International (BHI) and Leicester station (LEI)
Most Birmingham International (BHI) to Leicester station (LEI) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham International (BHI) and Leicester station (LEI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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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