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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke to Leicester
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Leicester will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basingstoke for Leicester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:483h03Basingstoke11:51Leicester£781One-way0 changes
- 8:483h03Basingstoke11:51Leicester£781One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basingstoke to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 153 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£89 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basingstoke to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:48 Basingstoke | 3h03 | 11:51 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Basingstoke to Leicester by train or coach
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Why should you book Basingstoke to Leicester trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country, South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Basingstoke to Leicester.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Basingstoke to Leicester.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country, South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Basingstoke to Leicester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Basingstoke to Leicester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Basingstoke to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 153 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 4:44 |
Last train 21:23 |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Basingstoke to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, Cross Country, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Basingstoke and Leicester from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basingstoke to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Leicester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Leicester
Most Basingstoke to Leicester trains use the Basingstoke to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basingstoke station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Basingstoke from Basingstoke city centre
Basingstoke train station facilities and services
Basingstoke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basingstoke.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Basingstoke. ATMs are available at Basingstoke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basingstoke.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basingstoke: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basingstoke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basingstoke: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts from the main entrance. The rear entrance has level access to Platforms 4 and 5 (and to other platforms via lifts) but is only open Monday-Friday 0600 until 1000 and from 1500 until 2345 (closed at weekends) - outside these times a stepped subway must be used. The alternative step-free route from the rear to the main entrance via the street is approximately 380m and includes missing dropped kerbs and sections of route without a pavement. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Leicester station do trains from Basingstoke arrive at?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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