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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Birmingham New Street | Narborough | Cheapest | |||||
| Coleshill Parkway | Leicester | Fastest | |||||
| Birmingham New Street | Leicester | No tags | |||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel 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.
Train Birmingham to Leicester: Trip Overview
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Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at US$8
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The ticket price was very good and the train was on time
Ken F.
Birmingham to Leicester Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Birmingham - Leicester
How much does a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Leicester cost?
The average train ticket price from Birmingham to Leicester is US$16. 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!
How long is the train 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.
How many daily train 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 46. 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.
Which train companies travel from Birmingham to Leicester?
When taking the train from Birmingham to Leicester, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Leicester was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$7To 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$34 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 2025-11-05.
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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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