The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£368
Average price
£368
Fastest journey
9 h 38 m
Average duration
11 h 37 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
985 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Birmingham will cost around £368 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £368.
To travel from Leipzig to Birmingham you need to make at least 3 changes.
6:4910h38Leipzig17:27Birmingham£3681One-way3 changes
8:499h38Leipzig18:27Birmingham£3681One-way3 changes
10:499h38Leipzig20:27Birmingham£3681One-way3 changes
12:4911h44Leipzig0:33Birmingham£3681One-way3 changes
16:4917h38Leipzig10:27Birmingham£3681One-way3 changes
8:499h38Leipzig18:27Birmingham£3681One-way3 changes
10:499h38Leipzig20:27Birmingham£3681One-way3 changes
6:4910h38Leipzig17:27Birmingham£3681One-way3 changes
12:4911h44Leipzig0:33Birmingham£3681One-way3 changes
22:5816h29Leipzig15:27Birmingham£3681One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Leipzig to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £64, and a train costs an average of £341.
Distance: 985 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£368 Average Price | £317 Average Price | £92 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 57m Average total duration 12h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 17m Average total duration 27h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.0 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leipzig to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Birmingham trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:58 Leipzig | 14h58 | 13:56 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
![]() | 6:49 Leipzig | 10h38 | 17:27 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 8:49 Leipzig | 9h38 | 18:27 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:49 Leipzig | 9h38 | 20:27 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:49 Leipzig | 11h44 | 0:33 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 16:49 Leipzig | 17h38 | 10:27 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Birmingham
Trains from Leipzig to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £341 but you can travel from only £39 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 13:55. The fastest train covers the 985 km distance in 9h 38m.
Distance 985 km |
Average train duration 12h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £341 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 38m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 13:55 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Leipzig to Birmingham trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Leipzig and Birmingham from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Leipzig to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and Birmingham
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Bus: Several lines available
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