The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Cheapest price
£92
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham International (BHI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham International (BHI) will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leeds station (LDS) for Birmingham International (BHI) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham International (BHI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 150 km
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£88 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham International (BHI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:11 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h20 | 13:31 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham International (BHI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 11:11. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 11:11 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham International (BHI) trainsCrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between Leeds station (LDS) and Birmingham International (BHI) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham International (BHI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham International (BHI) 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 International (BHI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leeds station (LDS) and Birmingham International (BHI)
- 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
- 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.
