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Market Harborough to Birmingham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Market Harborough to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 52.68 AZN, with average prices for this route around 61.73 AZN. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Sun, Sep 7
    From 59.35 AZN
  • Mon, Sep 8
    From 52.68 AZN
  • Tue, Sep 9
    From 59.35 AZN
  • Wed, Sep 10
    From 59.35 AZN
  • Thu, Sep 11
    From 59.35 AZN
  • Fri, Sep 12
    From 59.35 AZN
  • Sat, Sep 13
    From 59.35 AZN
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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17:32
Market Harborough
19:15
Birmingham New Street
1h 43m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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18:31
Market Harborough
20:15
Birmingham New Street
1h 44m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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19:31
Market Harborough
21:15
Birmingham New Street
1h 44m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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20:31
Market Harborough
22:38
Birmingham New Street
2h 7m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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21:31
Market Harborough
23:15
Paris
1h 44m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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Market Harborough to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
10:39
Last train
Last train
21:31
Departure station
Departure station
Market Harborough
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
1h 8m
Distance
Distance
42 miles
Price
Price
52.68 AZN*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Market Harborough to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Market Harborough to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Market Harborough to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Market Harborough to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Market Harborough to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Market Harborough to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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