Trains tickets from Birmingham to Leicester

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TodayMay 8
from US$9
TomorrowMay 9
from US$9
SatMay 10
from US$15
SunMay 11
from US$14
MonMay 12
from US$8
TueMay 13
from US$14
WedMay 14
from US$8
ThuMay 15

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One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham New Street
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: South Wigston
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Coleshill Parkway
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham New Street
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham New Street
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham New Street
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Leicester

Bus
Average PriceUS$6 - US$32Average Duration1h 30m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$6 - US$40Average Duration49m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$8 - US$8Average Duration1h
2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Birmingham to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just US$8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1hAverage Duration
US$8Cheapest ticket
2kgCO₂ emissions

Train Birmingham to Leicester: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change

Average Ticket PriceUS$18
Average train trip duration49m
Number of daily trains45
Earliest train departure7:06am
Distance53 km
Latest train departure10:36pm

Birmingham to Leicester Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Birmingham - Leicester

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Leicester cost?

    The average train ticket price from Birmingham to Leicester is US$18. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Leicester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Birmingham to Leicester?

    A train trip between Birmingham and Leicester is around 49m, although the fastest train will take about 34m. This is the time it takes to travel the 55 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Birmingham and Leicester?

    The number of trains from Birmingham to Leicester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 45. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Birmingham to Leicester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-06
US$14
05-07
US$15
Today
US$7
05-09
US$9
05-10
US$14
05-11
US$13
05-12
US$7
05-13
US$13
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Leicester was searched and found on May 8, 2025 with a price of US$7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Leicester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$7 to US$38 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$7 which is on 2025-05-12.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Birmingham and Leicester is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Leicester.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Leicester you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Birmingham and Leicester, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Birmingham to Leicester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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Train from Leicester to Birmingham

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