4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Lincoln
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Lincoln will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 4 trains that leave Birmingham for Lincoln every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 123 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.
11:493h02Birmingham14:51Lincoln£301One-way0 changes
9:032h56Birmingham11:59Lincoln£431One-way0 changes- 8:032h56Birmingham10:59Lincoln£431One-way0 changes
- 10:032h49Birmingham12:52Lincoln£441One-way0 changes
- 10:032h49Birmingham12:52Lincoln£441One-way0 changes
- 9:032h56Birmingham11:59Lincoln£431One-way0 changes
- 8:032h56Birmingham10:59Lincoln£431One-way0 changes
- 11:493h02Birmingham14:51Lincoln£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Lincoln
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. 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 £14, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 123 km
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£33 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Lincoln train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Lincoln trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01056+C21223 | On time 6:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h08 | 9:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| G00802+C21551 · C21223 | On time 6:22 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h05 | 9:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2 changes | |
| K64259+C21222 | On time 7:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h08 | 10:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| G00804+W70851 · C21222 | On time 7:22 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h05 | 10:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2 changes | |
| G01059+C21220 | On time 9:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h15 | 12:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| G00807+C21553 · C21220 | On time 9:22 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h05 | 12:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2 changes | |
| G01061+C21219 | On time 10:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h15 | 13:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| G00809+W70864 · C21219 | On time 10:22 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h05 | 13:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2 changes | |
| G01065+C21218 | On time 11:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h16 | 14:28 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| G00811+C21555 · C21218 | On time 11:22 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h06 | 14:28 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2 changes | |
| G01068+C21217 | On time 12:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h15 | 15:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 change | |
| G00815+W70876 · C21217 | On time 12:22 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h05 | 15:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Lincoln
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Lincoln run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry from Birmingham to Lincoln trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Birmingham and Lincoln 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 to Lincoln train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Lincoln 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Lincoln
Most Birmingham to Lincoln trains use the Birmingham New Street to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Lincoln 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 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 Selly Oak from Birmingham city centre
Selly Oak is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Selly Oak train station facilities and services
Selly Oak has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Selly Oak.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Selly Oak. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Selly Oak: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Selly Oak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Selly Oak: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall and on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Lincoln station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
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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