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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£48
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 19 m
Trains on 18 Sept
17
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN) will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
To travel from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN) you need to make at least one change.
G00684+
C212599:092h35Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:44Lincoln Central (LCN)£311One-way1 change- G00689+C2124118:092h46Birmingham New Street (BHM)20:55Lincoln Central (LCN)£311One-way1 change
- G00726+C4200619:272h24Birmingham New Street (BHM)21:51Lincoln Central (LCN)£311One-way1 change
- G00739+C2125710:272h15Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:42Lincoln Central (LCN)£441One-way1 change
- G01060+C213039:032h24Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:27Lincoln Central (LCN)£441One-way1 change
- G00739+C2125710:272h15Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:42Lincoln Central (LCN)£441One-way1 change
- G00738+C212628:272h15Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:42Lincoln Central (LCN)£641One-way1 change
- G00698+C2125611:272h17Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:44Lincoln Central (LCN)£441One-way1 change
- G00718+C2124317:282h22Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:50Lincoln Central (LCN)£441One-way1 change
- G01060+C213039:032h24Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:27Lincoln Central (LCN)£441One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 124 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m 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 New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN):
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN) costing on average £34.
Other travel options to Lincoln Central (LCN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 13m.
Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.91. The journey takes 2h 14m versus 1h 59m 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 New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00675+C21268 | On time 6:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h32 | 8:41 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| C21305+G01055 | Delayed 6:47 7:03Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h24 | 9:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| G00678+C21265 | On time 7:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h35 | 9:44 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| G00681+C21304 | On time 7:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h38 | 10:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| C21262+G00738 | Delayed 8:18 8:27Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h15 | 10:42 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| C21303+G01060 | Delayed 8:48 9:03Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h24 | 11:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| G00684+C21259 | On time 9:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h35 | 11:44 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| C21302+G01062 | Delayed 9:47 10:03Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h24 | 12:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| C21257+G00739 | Delayed 10:18 10:27Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h15 | 12:42 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| C21301+G01064 | Delayed 10:47 11:03Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h24 | 13:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| C21256+G00698 | Delayed 11:18 11:27Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 13:44 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| C21295+G01082 | Delayed 16:47 17:03Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h30 | 19:33 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| C21243+G00718 | Delayed 17:18 17:28Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h22 | 19:50 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| G00689+C21241 | On time 18:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h46 | 20:55 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| C42006+G00726 | Delayed 19:18 19:27Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h24 | 21:51 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| C21292+G00730 | Delayed 19:50 20:03Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h25 | 22:28 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| G66813+C21291 | On time 20:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h49 | 23:38 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 7:21 |
Last train 19:49 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Lincoln Central (LCN) from £14. 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 New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN) 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 Lincoln Central (LCN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Lincoln Central (LCN)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Lincoln Central (LCN) 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 Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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