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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Leicester to Birmingham

Composite routes from Leicester to Birmingham

Cheapest
52 min
Car
73 km.
from $4
Other
1 h 14 min
Bus
55 km.
from €18.48
Details

Transport providers

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Leicestershire to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.39

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Leicester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.50–$75.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Birmingham is to rideshare which costs $6.35 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Birmingham is to train which takes 48 min and costs $34.78 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leicester and arriving at Birmingham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Leicester to Birmingham?

The distance between Leicester and Birmingham is 63 km. The road distance is 71.8 km.

How do I travel from Leicester to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs $34.78 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Birmingham?

The train from Leicester to Birmingham New Street takes 48 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Birmingham bus from?

Leicester to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leicester station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Birmingham train from?

Leicester to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Leicester to Birmingham is to train which takes 48 min and costs $34.78 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $26.09 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Leicester to Birmingham bus arrive?

Leicester to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Leicester to Birmingham train arrive?

Leicester to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Birmingham is 72 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Leicester to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Birmingham?

Book your Leicester to Birmingham train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Birmingham?

Book your Leicester to Birmingham bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 2904+ hotels available in Birmingham. Prices start at $34.22 per night.

Can I share a ride from Leicester to Birmingham?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leicester and Birmingham. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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