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Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Leicester (LEI)

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39

train journeys
per day

28

miles (45 kms)

1hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

00:10 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham International and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 39 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham International to Leicester is approximately 28 miles (45 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 45 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham International and Leicester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham International to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham International to Leicester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:10
    6 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    06:14
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:42
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    07:10
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:45
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    07:10
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:39
    1 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    07:53
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:51
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    08:17
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:33
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    09:13
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:33
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:41
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:33
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:51
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:12
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:33
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:51
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    12:10
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:33
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:51
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    13:11
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:33
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:51
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:51
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    14:10
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:33
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:51
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    15:10
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:33
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    15:51
    Birmingham International
    Leicester
    Birmingham International to Leicester

About Birmingham International Station

Station name Birmingham International (BHI)
Address Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:00
Saturday 06:15 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham International and Leicester

The travel time between Birmingham International and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham International and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Birmingham International and Leicester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birmingham International & Leicester. owever, there are 39 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham International and Leicester.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham International and Leicester, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.