Arriving in Birmingham
Trains running from Leicester to Birmingham will typically depart from Leicester and arrive at Birmingham New Street. The journey takes around 48m.
Book the cheap train tickets from Leicester to Birmingham
Finding cheap train tickets from Leicester to Birmingham doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by utilising available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
How to make your journey from Leicester to Birmingham cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer group save options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Leicester to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Travelling during off-peak hours
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Leicester to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak time usually starts at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, off-peak time typically begins at 09:00.