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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Leicester station (LEI) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 165 km
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3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) trains for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C23661 · C01402 | On time 10:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h38 | 13:11 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C23389 · C23289 | On time 11:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 13:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
 P08180+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ Y07253 | On time 11:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 15:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C23665 · C23336 | On time 11:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h37 | 14:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C23394 · C23292 | On time 12:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 14:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| 08:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 10:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI)
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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 17:55. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 04:47 |
Last train 17:55 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Leicester station (LEI) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) 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 station (LEI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Leicester station (LEI)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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