Train from Leeds to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Leeds to Birmingham on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Leeds
Birmingham New StreetCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Leeds
Birmingham New StreetFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Leeds
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Leeds
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Leeds
Birmingham New StreetNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:14 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Leeds to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 237, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 10mAverage duration
148 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 171 - R 1 628Average duration3h 25m
4kg CO₂e
Average priceR 409 - R 5 314Average duration1h 55m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 237 - R 450Average duration2h 10m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leeds to Birmingham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Leeds to Birmingham?

    The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Birmingham start from R 409. The average price for this train route is around R 1 003. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Leeds to Birmingham?

    The average train journey time from Leeds to Birmingham is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 149 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 49m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Leeds to Birmingham route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leeds to Birmingham?

    The earliest train from Leeds to Birmingham departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 21:11.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
R 967
10/12
R 967
Today
R 980
12/12
R 2 014
13/12
R 980
14/12
R 980
15/12
R 857
16/12
R 852
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leeds to Birmingham was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 852

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

You can expect to pay from R 852 to R 5 083 for a train ticket from Leeds to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 852, which is on 2025-12-16.

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