The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£27
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£77
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
1 h 49 m
Trains on 15 Oct
21
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM) will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 21 trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.
G0084221:152h13Leeds station (LDS)23:28Birmingham New Street (BHM)£271One-way0 changes
G0117020:151h54Leeds station (LDS)22:09Birmingham New Street (BHM)£391One-way0 changes
G0115314:151h49Leeds station (LDS)16:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£391One-way0 changes
G0116919:151h52Leeds station (LDS)21:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)£441One-way0 changes
G01148 · G0111312:152h08Leeds station (LDS)14:23Birmingham New Street (BHM)£591One-way1 change
G011408:151h49Leeds station (LDS)10:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£941One-way0 changes
W2986810:151h49Leeds station (LDS)12:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£911One-way0 changes
G0114812:151h49Leeds station (LDS)14:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£911One-way0 changes
G0115314:151h49Leeds station (LDS)16:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)£391One-way0 changes
W298629:151h51Leeds station (LDS)11:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)£981One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:34, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 4:34 |
Last train 20:15 |
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Live departures
Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00997+ G15883 | On time 3:18 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h39 | 6:57 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
G01133 | 6:11 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h55 | 8:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01135+ G89398 | 6:38 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h29 | 9:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
G01135+ G89447 | 6:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h22 | 9:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
G01135 | 7:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h57 | 9:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01140 | 8:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h49 | 10:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W29862 | 9:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h51 | 11:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W29868 | 10:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h49 | 12:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W29873 | 11:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h51 | 13:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01148 | 12:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h49 | 14:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01148 · G01113 | 12:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h08 | 14:23 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
W29884 | 13:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h51 | 15:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01153+ G89418 | 13:38 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h26 | 16:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
G01153 | 14:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h49 | 16:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01154 | 15:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h51 | 17:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01161 | 16:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h52 | 18:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W29909 | 17:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h52 | 19:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01166 | 18:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h52 | 20:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01169 | 19:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h52 | 21:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01170 | 20:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h54 | 22:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00842 | 21:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h13 | 23:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leeds station (LDS) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Leeds station (LDS) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Leeds to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds station (LDS) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
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.
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