The average train between Sleaford and Birmingham takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Sleaford to Birmingham. 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 Sleaford and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sleaford is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 7:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Sleaford to Birmingham? 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 Sleaford to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Sleaford station and arriving at Birmingham station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.
Sleaford to Birmingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sleaford station.
Sleaford to Birmingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Sleaford to Birmingham train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Cross Country.
The distance between Sleaford and Birmingham is 115.6 km. The road distance is 156 km.
You can take a train from Sleaford to Birmingham New Street via Nottingham in around 2h 49m.