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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 18 m
Trains on 17 Sept
36
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester station (LEI) 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 Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International (BHI) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
To travel from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International (BHI) you need to make at least one change.
G00988 · W2993920:501h22Leicester station (LEI)22:12Birmingham International (BHI)£101One-way1 change- G66952+
Y8089513:181h27Leicester station (LEI)14:45Birmingham International (BHI)£221One-way1 change - G01050+Y8093119:181h27Leicester station (LEI)20:45Birmingham International (BHI)£221One-way1 change
- G00982+W7017318:501h18Leicester station (LEI)20:08Birmingham International (BHI)£221One-way1 change
- G66966+Y8092718:181h27Leicester station (LEI)19:45Birmingham International (BHI)£221One-way1 change
- G00955+W115018:501h18Leicester station (LEI)10:08Birmingham International (BHI)£291One-way1 change
- G00973+W1153415:501h18Leicester station (LEI)17:08Birmingham International (BHI)£271One-way1 change
- G00982+W7017318:501h18Leicester station (LEI)20:08Birmingham International (BHI)£221One-way1 change
- G00974+W7016616:501h18Leicester station (LEI)18:08Birmingham International (BHI)£271One-way1 change
- G00959+W1150910:501h18Leicester station (LEI)12:08Birmingham International (BHI)£221One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International (BHI)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International (BHI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 45 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International (BHI):
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International (BHI) costing on average £21.
Other travel options to Birmingham International (BHI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 19m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-10.82. The journey takes 1h 5m versus 54m 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
Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International (BHI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G66932+Y80812 | 6:17 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h28 | 7:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66935 · G01000 | 6:48 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h24 | 8:12 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
G00950+ W34115 | 7:07 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h19 | 8:26 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66937+Y80823 | 7:22 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h23 | 8:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00952 · G01003 | 7:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h22 | 9:12 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G01046+Y80835 | 8:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 9:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00955+W11501 | 8:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h18 | 10:08 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66941+Y80847 | 9:15 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h30 | 10:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00956+W11505 | 9:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h18 | 11:08 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66942+Y80859 | 10:16 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h29 | 11:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00959+W11509 | 10:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h18 | 12:08 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66946+C17802 | 11:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 12:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00960+W11513 | 11:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h18 | 13:08 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66947+Y80883 | 12:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 13:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00964+W11518 | 12:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h18 | 14:08 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66952+Y80895 | 13:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 14:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00966+W11524 | 13:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h18 | 15:08 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66953+Y80903 | 14:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 15:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00969+W11531 | 14:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h18 | 16:08 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66958+C17796 | 15:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 16:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00973+W11534 | 15:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h18 | 17:08 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66960+Y80917 | 16:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 17:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00974+W70166 | 16:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h18 | 18:08 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66963+C17906 | 17:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 18:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00977 · G01043 | 17:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h22 | 19:12 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66966+Y80927 | 18:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 19:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00982+W70173 | 18:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h18 | 20:08 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G01050+Y80931 | 19:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h27 | 20:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00984+W70176 | 19:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h18 | 21:08 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G01128+P69538 | 20:20 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h25 | 21:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00988 · W29939 | 20:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h22 | 22:12 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
G01053+ G38580 | 21:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h36 | 22:54 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00990+W00223 | 21:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h18 | 23:08 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G66978+Y81088 | 22:25 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h44 | 0:09 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
| G00994+W11196+W34143 | 22:56 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h24 | 0:20 Birmingham International (BHI) | 2 changes | |
| G00994+Y81093 | 22:56 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h58 | 0:54 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International (BHI)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International (BHI) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 48m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 20:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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FAQs: Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International (BHI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester station (LEI) 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 Leicester station (LEI) and Birmingham International (BHI)
Most Leicester station (LEI) to Birmingham International (BHI) trains use the Leicester to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester station (LEI) and Birmingham International (BHI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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