Distance from Birmingham to Leicester
Estimates: a direct flight at 820 km/h plus 45 min; car at 75 km/h over road distance, which is never a straight line.
Birmingham0 mBirmingham is a city and metropolitan borough in the centre of the West Midlands region of England. It is the largest local authority district in England by population and the second-largest city in Britain – commonly…
Leicester0 mLeicester is a city, unitary authority area, and the county town of Leicestershire, in the East Midlands of England. It is the largest city in the East Midlands, with a population of 388,348 in 2024. The greater Leice…
Frequently asked questions
How many kilometres from Birmingham to Leicester?
It is 55 km in a straight line from Birmingham to Leicester. By road, where there is one, it is usually 20 to 30 % more.
How long is the flight from Birmingham to Leicester?
A direct flight takes about 49 min, counting take-off and approach. Not every route has a direct flight.
How long is the drive from Birmingham to Leicester?
Around 55 min of driving, at an average of 75 km/h on a road that is never straight.