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Birmingham New Street to Leicester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham New Street to Leicester, starting from $5.43 and averaging $5.64. The entire journey takes no more than 48m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:19 Birmingham New Street	06:14 Leicester	55m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:52 Birmingham New Street	06:48 Leicester	56m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:22 Birmingham New Street	07:10 Leicester	48m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:52 Birmingham New Street	07:53 Leicester	1h 1m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:22 Birmingham New Street	08:17 Leicester	55m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:52 Birmingham New Street	08:52 Paris	1h 0m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham New Street to Leicester Train Route Details

First train

05:19

Last train

22:22

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Leicester

Journey time

48m

Distance

35 miles

Price

$5.43*

Train operators

CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Leicester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Birmingham New Street to Leicester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Birmingham New Street to Leicester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Birmingham New Street to Leicester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham New Street to Leicester Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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