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Birmingham to Leicester train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Leicester, starting from £9.90 and averaging £19.10. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 0m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
- Sun, Jul 13From £19.10
- Mon, Jul 14From £11.40
- Tue, Jul 15From £9.90
- Wed, Jul 16From £9.90
- Thu, Jul 17From £9.90
- Fri, Jul 18From £9.90
- Sat, Jul 19From £19.10
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15:52 Birmingham New Street | 17:52 Leicester | 2h 0m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
16:22 Birmingham New Street | 18:22 Leicester | 2h 0m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
16:52 Birmingham New Street | 18:52 Leicester | 2h 0m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:22 Birmingham New Street | 19:22 Leicester | 2h 0m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:52 Birmingham New Street | 19:52 Leicester | 2h 0m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
18:22 Birmingham New Street | 20:22 Paris | 2h 0m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Birmingham to Leicester train route details





Birmingham to Leicester train travel guide
Departing from Birmingham Located in the heart of Birmingham, New Street Station serves as a major transport hub for both regional and long-distance journeys. Regular Avanti West Coast and CrossCountry trains offer fast connections to London Euston, Glasgow, and Cardiff, while West Midlands Railway links passengers to surrounding areas like Coventry, Wolverhampton, and Worcester. The station provides a range of facilities, including a staffed ticket office, luggage storage, step-free access, and a variety of shops and restaurants.
A look at your journey to Leicester
The direct train routes from Birmingham to Leicester are primarily served by CrossCountry, offering frequent services from Birmingham New Street to Leicester Station.
The journey covers approximately 35 miles, with travel times typically ranging from 50m to 1h depending on the service. Ticket prices can start as low as £9.90 when booked in advance or during off-peak times, with average fares usually between £10 and £20.
Notable stops along the route may include Coleshill Parkway, Nuneaton, and Hinckley, providing a convenient and comfortable connection between Birmingham and Leicester. Offering a harmonious mix of speed and comfort, these routes make the journey between Birmingham and Leicester both efficient and enjoyable."
Touching down in Leicester
Arriving at Leicester Station places passengers just minutes from the city centre, where cultural highlights such as Leicester Cathedral, the King Richard III Visitor Centre, and Highcross Shopping Centre are within walking distance. The station’s excellent bus and taxi services make onward travel simple, whether heading to the University of Leicester, the National Space Centre, or beyond.
How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Leicester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Group travels to save 1/3
Birmingham to Leicester train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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