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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for 27 Nov
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
203 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Leigh-on-Sea for Birmingham 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 203 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.
03:323h28
Leigh-on-Sea07:00Birmingham
£521One-way
0 changes
03:323h28
Leigh-on-Sea07:00Birmingham
£521One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 02:46
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:32 Leigh-on-Sea | 3h28 | 07:00 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 15:12 Leigh-on-Sea | 3h52 | 19:04 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:19, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 203 km distance in 3h 28m.
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 203 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 04:19 |
Last train 23:11 |
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: c2c from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham trainsc2c trains will get you between Leigh-on-Sea and Birmingham from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
c2c
About
c2c is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Fenchurch Street to destinations in East London and Essex, including Southend, Basildon, and Grays. c2c offers a range of train types, including the Class 357 Electrostar, Class 312 Electrostar, and Class 315 Electrostar. These trains are modern and comfortable, with air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. c2c also offers a range of ticket types, including Anytime, Off-Peak, and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, toilets, and luggage storage. The most popular routes for c2c are London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central, London Fenchurch Street to Basildon, and London Fenchurch Street to Grays.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 56m
Cheapest Price
£110
c2c frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar/bistro service available on most trains offering snacks, drinks, and light meals
Seat reservation
Seat reservations mandatory and included in ticket price for high-speed trains, optional for regional trains
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leigh-on-Sea 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.
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.
A day trip from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 28m each way. Trains run 4 times per day.
Booking trains from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £36, while the average price tends to be around £42.
The cheapest way to get from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham is by train, costing approximately £36.
The train station in Leigh-on-Sea that goes to Birmingham is Leigh-on-Sea station (LES), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham.
Yes, you can take the train from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham.
To travel from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham, you can take a train.
To explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.
The train journey from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. As you travel, expect views of the Essex countryside, including green fields and picturesque villages, before passing through the industrial landscapes around London and the Midlands. While not overwhelmingly scenic, there are pleasant stretches along the route.
The train distance from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham is 203 km.
The train journey from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham covers a distance of 203 km and takes approximately 3h 28m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham leaves at 4:19.
The last train from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham departs at 23:11.
Trains from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham.
There is no night train service from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leigh-on-Sea and Birmingham
Leigh-on-Sea
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Leigh-on-Sea is Leigh-on-Sea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leigh-on-Sea for your trip from Leigh-on-Sea to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Lifts are available to all platforms
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 & 2. The National key toilet is located on the Main Concourse beside the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Toilet is on main concourse beside the ticket office. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In drop off car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Leigh-on-Sea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station entrance at Bus stop B
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham Moor Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham Moor Street for your journey to Birmingham from Leigh-on-Sea.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 00:10 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Flower stall
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are located on Platform 1 and between platforms 3 & 4.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between Platforms 2 and 3 at the south end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Birmingham Moor Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: This station is not usually served by rail replacement buses, due to difficult road access. Replacement buses stop at Birmingham Snow Hill station.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 20:00 Saturday 08:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station is adjacent to public bike parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for University
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect you from: For services towards Selly Oak / Longbridge / Redditch - the public bus stop QE (Vincent Drive) on the near side of New Fosse Way outside the station. For services towards Birmingham - the public bus stop QD (Vincent Drive) on the far side of New Fosse Way, opposite the station.
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