The average train between Birmingham and Sleaford takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Sleaford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham and Sleaford. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 11:09 PM which arrives into Sleaford at 6:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Birmingham to Sleaford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Sleaford station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
Birmingham to Sleaford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Sleaford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sleaford station.
Book your Birmingham to Sleaford train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Birmingham and Sleaford is 115.6 km. The road distance is 156 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Sleaford via Nottingham in around 3h 8m.