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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£35
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£63
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
2 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
2 h 14 m
Trains on 15 Sept
2
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 2 trains from Leeds to Birmingham International Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
8:152h17Leeds10:32Birmingham International Airport£351One-way0 changes- 10:152h11Leeds12:26Birmingham International Airport£901One-way0 changes
- 10:152h11Leeds12:26Birmingham International Airport£901One-way0 changes
- 8:152h17Leeds10:32Birmingham International Airport£351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 150 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Birmingham International Airport:
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Birmingham International Airport costing on average £41.
Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 38m.
Tickets start at around £41 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-9.41. The journey takes 2h 11m versus 2h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Leeds to Birmingham International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Birmingham International Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:15 Leeds | 2h17 | 10:32 Birmingham International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:15 Leeds | 2h11 | 12:26 Birmingham International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Birmingham International Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leeds to Birmingham International Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 11:15. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 7:15 |
Last train 11:15 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Cross Country from Leeds to Birmingham International Airport trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Leeds and Birmingham International Airport from £9. 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 to Birmingham International Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Birmingham International Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Birmingham International Airport
Most Leeds to Birmingham International Airport trains use the Leeds to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Birmingham International Airport 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 Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley 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.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: 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.
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