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The average train between Birmingham NEC and Leicester takes 1h 15m and the fastest train takes 1h 2m. There is an hourly train service from Birmingham NEC to Leicester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 15m
Duration
48 mi
Distance
£24
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Birmingham NEC to Leicester train times

Trains run hourly between Birmingham NEC and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 1:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Birmingham NEC is at 10:04 PM which arrives into Leicester at 11:18 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham International and take an average of 1h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country1h 12m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country1h 14m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesCross Country1h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country4h 51m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 3m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 19m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesCross Country1h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country4h 51m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 3m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 19m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesCross Country1h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country4h 50m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 3m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 19m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesCross Country1h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country4h 38m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 9m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 14m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country1h 10m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country1h 10m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesCross Country1h 2m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country1h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country5h • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 3m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 19m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesCross Country1h 9m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Birmingham NEC to Leicester? 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.

Map of how to get from Birmingham NEC to Leicester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 47.8 mi
  • Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Birmingham NEC, England and Leicester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Leicester hourly. Tickets cost £17–26 and the journey takes 58 min.

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