Birmingham, United Kingdom to Leicester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

33.2 miles 53.4 km · straight line
42.8 miles actual route 68.8 km · driving distance
52min estimated drive time
£6 - £8 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
71° ENE bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Leicester?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Leicester is 33.2 miles (53.4 km) as the crow flies. Leicester is located ENE of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 42.8 miles, taking about 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, United Kingdom and Leicester. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Leicester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 52min £6 - £8 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Leicester

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Leicester
52.64°N, 1.14°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 11 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 750.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM