- Must visit
Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
Awarding insight into the 1485 battle through exhibitions, interpretation and the wider story of Richard III and Henry Tudor.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
35 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
35 m
Trains on 23 Sept
19
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Hinckley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Hinckley will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 19 trains from Birmingham to Hinckley, including 19 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 36 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.
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G66663Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Hinckley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 36 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 5m faster (38m by train vs 43m by car) and roughly £6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£11 vs £17). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with CrossCountry.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Hinckley trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G66663 | On time 17:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h36 | 17:48 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00830 | On time 17:22 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h35 | 17:57 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66649 | On time 17:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 18:30 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66652 | On time 18:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h35 | 19:27 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66655 | On time 19:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 20:30 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00795 | On time 20:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 21:30 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
G66618 | 6:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h37 | 7:29 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00805 | 7:22 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h35 | 7:57 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66620 | 7:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 8:30 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00787 | 8:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 9:30 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66624 | 9:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h39 | 10:31 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66627 | 10:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 11:30 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00789 | 11:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 12:30 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00793 | 12:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 13:30 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66638 | 13:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 14:30 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66640 | 14:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 15:30 Hinckley station (HNK) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Birmingham to Hinckley run on average 7 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 34m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 5:19 |
Last train 23:23 |
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Discover the best of Hinckley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hinckley trip today.
Awarding insight into the 1485 battle through exhibitions, interpretation and the wider story of Richard III and Henry Tudor.
Main local history museum covering Hinckley's hosiery trade, framework knitting and everyday life with engaging displays in the town centre.
Working collection and gallery space focused on canal heritage, boats and waterside life at nearby Market Bosworth.
Large country park with lakes, woodland walks and links to Bosworth heritage. Popular for gentle walks, picnics and family visits.
Public park near the centre with formal gardens, play areas and open lawns, well suited to a short relaxing walk.
Scenic walking and cycling route following the canal through quiet countryside, with towpaths, locks and good wildlife spotting.
Pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray has hand-raised hot-water crust pastry and seasoned pork. It is a classic Leicestershire snack with protected status.
Red Leicester is a firm, orange-red cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire. Its nutty, mellow flavour makes it one of the county’s best-known traditional foods.
Stilton from the Vale of Belvoir area is a rich blue cheese often associated with Leicestershire. It is prized for its crumbly texture and deep savoury flavour.
Popular Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and house specials in a modern, comfortable dining room.
Established steakhouse and grill in Hinckley town centre, known for steaks, burgers and a lively but relaxed setting.
Traditional pub and restaurant with British classics, roasts and drinks in a historic coaching inn atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in major cities, while local transport and everyday costs are fairly typical.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes and pubs may have tip jars, but tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Hinckley 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 Hinckley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Hinckley trains use the Birmingham New Street to Hinckley station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Hinckley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
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 storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Hinckley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hinckley.
Ticket office support is available at Hinckley.
Available at Hinckley: Parking, WC.
Available at Hinckley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hinckley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Platform 1 has step free access via a short ramp. Platform 2 has step free access via a ramped bridge with a moderate gradient. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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