The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Leeds
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Leeds will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 28 trains that leave Birmingham for Leeds every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 59 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.
C7483606:031h59Birmingham New Street (BHM)08:02Leeds station (LDS)£181One-way0 changes
C7531820:032h00Birmingham New Street (BHM)22:03Leeds station (LDS)£391One-way0 changes
C7500812:032h00Birmingham New Street (BHM)14:03Leeds station (LDS)£391One-way0 changes
C7533915:031h58Birmingham New Street (BHM)17:01Leeds station (LDS)£441One-way0 changes
C7533413:031h59Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:02Leeds station (LDS)£441One-way0 changes
C7533915:031h58Birmingham New Street (BHM)17:01Leeds station (LDS)£441One-way0 changes
C7533011:031h58Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:01Leeds station (LDS)£681One-way0 changes
C7531217:031h58Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:01Leeds station (LDS)£911One-way0 changes
C7483606:031h59Birmingham New Street (BHM)08:02Leeds station (LDS)£181One-way0 changes
C7533413:031h59Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:02Leeds station (LDS)£441One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 148 km
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£41 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Leeds trains for today, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C75345 | On time 17:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 19:03 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75315 | On time 18:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h01 | 20:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75373+ G90965 | On time 18:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h12 | 20:39 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C75318 | On time 19:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 21:03 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75320 | On time 20:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h36 | 22:39 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C74836 | On time 05:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 07:02 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C74749+ C52115+ G90873 | 05:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h29 | 07:38 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
C74838 | 06:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h02 | 08:05 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C74752+ C52136+ G90877 | 06:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h29 | 08:38 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
C74921 | On time 07:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 09:03 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75377+ Y25877 | 07:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h12 | 09:39 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C75326 | 08:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 10:02 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C74757+ C51710+ Y25878 | 08:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h29 | 10:38 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
C75328 | 09:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 11:03 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75387+ G90896 | 09:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h11 | 11:38 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C75330 | 10:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 12:01 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75008 | 11:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 13:03 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75357+ G90911 | 11:25 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h14 | 13:39 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C75334 | 12:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 14:02 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75359+ G90920 | 12:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h10 | 14:38 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C75336 | 13:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 15:03 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75362+ Y25882 | 13:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h10 | 15:38 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C75339 | On time 14:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 16:01 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C74769+ Y12284+ G90935 | 14:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h30 | 16:39 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
C75343 | 15:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h00 | 17:03 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75367+ G90942 | 15:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h10 | 17:38 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C75312 | 16:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 18:01 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75369+ Y25884 | On time 16:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h11 | 18:39 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Leeds
Trains from Birmingham to Leeds run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 02:10 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Cross Country from Birmingham to Leeds trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Leeds from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Birmingham to Leeds
Trains from Birmingham New Street to Leeds Railway Station are provided by CrossCountry. The majority of services are direct with several services a day involving one change at either Sheffield or Doncaster. Trains depart hourly from around 6:00 a.m. until approximately 10:30 p.m. from Monday to Saturday. Sunday services also depart hourly, but the first departure is later in the morning at around 9:00 a.m. The average time for this journey is 2 hours for direct journeys and 2 hours and 30 minutes for journeys which include 1 change.
FAQs: Birmingham to Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Leeds
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Outside station entrance
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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