Leamington Spa to Birmingham train with Chiltern Railways

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leamington Spa to Birmingham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Sept

Cheapest price on 04 Sept

£11

Average ticket price on 04 Sept

£12

Fastest journey on 04 Sept

33 m

Average journey duration on 04 Sept

35 m

Trains on 04 Sept

6

Distance

32 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leamington Spa to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leamington Spa to Birmingham will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.

Fast trains

On Fri 04 Sept, we found 6 trains from Leamington Spa to Birmingham, including 5 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .

The slowest trains will take 38 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.

  • Chiltern RailwaysL37365
    9:010h33
    Leamington Spa station (LMS)
    9:34Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • Chiltern RailwaysL37430
    8:060h38
    Leamington Spa station (LMS)
    8:44Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • Chiltern RailwaysL37392
    8:010h34
    Leamington Spa station (LMS)
    8:35Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • Chiltern RailwaysL37401
    8:300h35
    Leamington Spa station (LMS)
    9:05Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountryG00849
    8:160h35
    Leamington Spa station (LMS)
    8:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £161One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Leamington Spa to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leamington Spa to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 32 km

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£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£17

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

35m

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30m

Additional time*

49m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Leamington Spa to Birmingham is a train with an average price of £10.
The fastest way to travel from Leamington Spa to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 35m.
Yes, you can take a train between Leamington Spa and Birmingham.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 14m faster (35m by train vs 49m by car) and roughly £7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£10 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 Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, West Midlands Trains.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Leamington Spa to Birmingham train times

The table below shows live departures for Leamington Spa to Birmingham trains for today, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Chiltern RailwaysL37905
On time
15:30 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h35
16:05 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW11333+Avanti West CoastW33938
On time
15:40 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h47
16:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
CrossCountryG00716
On time
15:50 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h28
16:18 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
Chiltern RailwaysL37691
On time
16:01 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h33
16:34 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0 changesdirect
Chiltern RailwaysL37690
On time
17:00 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h33
17:33 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00891
On time
17:16 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h35
17:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
Chiltern RailwaysL37701
On time
17:30 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h34
18:04 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW11345+Avanti West CoastW34135
On time
17:40 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h47
18:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
Chiltern RailwaysL37700
On time
18:00 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h35
18:35 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0 changesdirect
Chiltern RailwaysL37435
On time
18:09 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h37
18:46 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0 changesdirect
Chiltern RailwaysL37904
On time
19:00 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h35
19:35 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00901
On time
19:17 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h34
19:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
Chiltern RailwaysL37384
On time
19:30 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h36
20:06 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW11357+Avanti West CoastC01352
On time
19:40 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h47
20:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
CrossCountryG00733
On time
19:51 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h27
20:18 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0 changesdirect
Chiltern RailwaysL37441
On time
20:03 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h35
20:38 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
0 changesdirect
Friday 4 September
Chiltern RailwaysL373928:01 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h34
8:35 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)0 changesdirect
Chiltern RailwaysL374308:06 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h38
8:44 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG008498:16 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h35
8:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesdirect
Chiltern RailwaysL374018:30 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h35
9:05 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW11279+Avanti West CoastW339458:40 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h47
9:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM)1 change
Chiltern RailwaysL373659:01 Leamington Spa station (LMS)
0h33
9:34 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)0 changesdirect

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Chiltern Railways as well as CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and more offer trains services from Leamington Spa to Birmingham.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leamington Spa to Birmingham

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Trains from Leamington Spa to Birmingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 34m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
32 km
Average train duration
35m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
34m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:45
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Leamington Spa to Birmingham trainsChiltern Railways, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Leamington Spa and Birmingham from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Chiltern Railways Duration
34m
Cheapest Chiltern Railways Price
£7
Chiltern Railways frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
35m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£15
CrossCountry frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
41m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£15
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£9
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
25m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
£32
Cross Country frequency
15 a day

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
Mid-range
£20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.

FAQs: Leamington Spa to Birmingham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leamington Spa to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Leamington Spa to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from Leamington Spa to Birmingham covers a distance of 32 km and takes approximately 34m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Leamington Spa to Birmingham is 32 km.
The first train from Leamington Spa to Birmingham leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Leamington Spa to Birmingham departs at 23:45.
Trains from Leamington Spa to Birmingham run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leamington Spa to Birmingham.
Yes, there is a direct train between Leamington Spa and Birmingham. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, West Midlands Trains.
To travel from Leamington Spa to Birmingham, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Leamington Spa to Birmingham.
The train station in Leamington Spa that goes to Birmingham is Leamington Spa station (LMS), and it arrives at Birmingham Moor Street (BMO).
The cheapest way to get from Leamington Spa to Birmingham is by train, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Leamington Spa to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leamington Spa to Birmingham offers glimpses of picturesque English countryside, with views of rolling hills and charming rural landscapes, though much of the route is also urban and industrial.
Yes, a day trip from Leamington Spa to Birmingham is feasible. The journey takes 34m, covers 32 km, and there are 7 train trips per day.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, and enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Discover the city's history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Don't miss the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring for shopping and dining.
To explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Leamington Spa to Birmingham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leamington Spa and Birmingham

Most Leamington Spa to Birmingham trains use the Leamington Spa to Birmingham Moor Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham New Street. Use this guide to compare Leamington Spa and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leamington Spa
Arrival train stations in Birmingham

Which Leamington Spa station do trains to Birmingham leave from?

Trains from Leamington Spa to Birmingham leave from Leamington Spa. The station is 2 km from Leamington Spa city centre at Leamington Spa station, Old Warwick Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV31 3NS.
Leamington SpaLeamington Spa station, Old Warwick Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV31 3NS+44 8456005165WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Leamington Spa from Leamington Spa city centre

Leamington Spa is 1 km from Leamington Spa city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus67 · 7m · £2 · every ~9 min

Leamington Spa train station facilities and services

Leamington Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Leamington Spa.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Leamington Spa. ATMs are available at Leamington Spa.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leamington Spa.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leamington Spa: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leamington Spa: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leamington Spa: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step Free access to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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