What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham International to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham International to Leicester is to bus which costs £6 - £17 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham International to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham International to Leicester is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham International and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham International and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham International to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Birmingham International and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Birmingham International to Leicester?

The distance between Birmingham International and Leicester is 36 miles. The road distance is 36.7 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham International to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham International to Leicester without a car is to bus which takes 1h 17m and costs £6 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham International to Leicester?

The bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to St Margaret's Bus Station takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham International to Leicester bus from?

Birmingham International to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham International to Leicester train from?

Birmingham International to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham International to Leicester?

The best way to get from Birmingham International to Leicester is to bus which takes 1h 17m and costs £6 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Birmingham International to Leicester bus arrive?

Birmingham International to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham International to Leicester train arrive?

Birmingham International to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Birmingham International to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham International to Leicester is 37 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Birmingham International to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham International to Leicester?

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham International to Leicester by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
1h 17m
£6–17
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
1h 29m
£24–37
Drive 36.5 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham International to Leicestercar 36.5 mi
42 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birmingham International to Leicestertaxi 36.5 mi
42 min
£110–140
Bus via Pool Meadow Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Birmingham International Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 148
3h 15m

Birmingham International to Leicester by foot and bus

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Distance: 35.7 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to St Margaret's Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £6–17 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Leicester hourly. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 58 min.

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