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Outbound fromLeeds to Birmingham New Street by train
It takes an average of 2h 9m to travel from Leeds to Birmingham New Street by train, over a distance of around 92 miles (148 km). There are normally 19 trains per day travelling from Leeds to Birmingham New Street and tickets for this journey start from £11.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:11 | |
| Departure station | Leeds | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Journey time | From 1h 51m | |
| Distance | 92 miles (148 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £11.20 | |
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Taking the train from Leeds to Birmingham New Street in under 2 hours
Want to know more about the journey from Leeds to Birmingham New Street by train? Look no further!
Are you wondering: how far is Leeds from Birmingham New Street? The route between these two stations spans 92 miles (148 km) and is served by 22 trains per day. Usually, it takes around 2h 14m to travel by train from Leeds to Birmingham New Street, but you can reach your destination in just 1h 52m on the fastest services.
As soon as you board the train, you can make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Take advantage of the free WiFi, food and drinks and more on CrossCountry trains, the main rail operator on this route.
If you want to snap up the cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Birmingham, book an Off-Peak time, as tickets are usually cheaper when compared to taking the train at Peak times. If you want to save even more on your train fares, get a Railcard – you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
For more information about your train journey, keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets. Take a look at our timetable to check if trains are running from Leeds to Birmingham New Street and start a search with us today.
FAQs about the train journey from Leeds to Birmingham New Street
Want to know more about your journey from Leeds to Birmingham New Street? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Birmingham New Street
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Leeds to Birmingham New Street is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.