Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train with East Midlands Railway

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  • East Midlands RailwayC21318+CrossCountryG01146
    8:372h29
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    11:06Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £441One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands RailwayC21317+CrossCountryW29867
    9:422h25
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    12:07Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £441One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands RailwayC21602+CrossCountryG01179
    9:102h17
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    11:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £441One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands RailwayC21309+CrossCountryG01167
    17:402h25
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    20:05Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £441One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands RailwayC21311+CrossCountryG01162
    15:402h24
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    18:04Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    £441One-way
    1 change

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Compare coach and train for Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 124 km

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£36

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2h 41m

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2h 11m

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Average total duration

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Live departures

Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times

The table below shows live departures for Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC21787+CrossCountryG00747
On time
8:17 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h38
10:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21334+CrossCountryW29862
On time
8:37 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h29
11:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21600+CrossCountryG01180
On time
9:10 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h17
11:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21333+CrossCountryW29868
On time
9:42 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h22
12:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21333 · W70697+CrossCountryG00960
On time
9:42 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h56
12:38 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21603+CrossCountryG00751
On time
10:14 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h41
12:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21332+CrossCountryW29873
On time
10:42 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h24
13:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21800+CrossCountryG00755
On time
12:14 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h41
14:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21330+CrossCountryW29884
On time
12:42 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h24
15:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21799+CrossCountryW29935
On time
13:10 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h18
15:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21329+CrossCountryG01153
On time
13:42 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h22
16:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21828+CrossCountryG01186
On time
14:14 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h14
16:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21328+CrossCountryG01154
On time
14:42 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h24
17:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21610+CrossCountryW29937
On time
15:10 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h17
17:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21327+CrossCountryG01161
On time
15:40 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h27
18:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21612+CrossCountryG01188
On time
16:14 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h12
18:26 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21326+CrossCountryW29909
On time
16:40 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h27
19:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21825+CrossCountryG66824
On time
17:14 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h17
19:31 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21325+CrossCountryG01166
On time
17:40 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h27
20:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21790+CrossCountryG00767
On time
18:08 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h47
20:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21822+CrossCountryG00914
On time
19:14 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h12
21:26 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21323+CrossCountryG00773
On time
20:14 Lincoln Central (LCN)
2h47
23:01 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

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Trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 19:14. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 2h 12m.

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
124 km
Average train duration
2h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 12m
First train
5:09
Last train
19:14
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
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: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Lincoln Central (LCN) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest Price
£13
East Midlands Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Price
£26
CrossCountry frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
£67
east_midlands_trains frequency
14 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 41m
Cheapest Price
£96
Northern Trains Limited frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln Central (LCN) 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The train journey from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) covers a distance of 124 km and takes approximately 2h 12m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is 124 km.
The first train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 5:09.
The last train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) departs at 19:14.
Trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
To get from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The cheapest way to get from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is by train, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Lincoln Central to Birmingham New Street offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, quaint villages, and industrial landscapes.
A day trip from Lincoln Central to Birmingham New Street is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 12m and trains run 7 times per day over a distance of 124 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).

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Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln Central (LCN) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Most Lincoln Central (LCN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Lincoln Central to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Lincoln Central (LCN) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Lincoln
Arrival train stations in Birmingham
Lincoln CentralLincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EWShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesOutside the front of the station.

Lincoln Central train station facilities and services

Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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