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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£54
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£70
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
3 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
3 h 25 m
Trains on 20 Sept
12
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 £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) you need to make at least 2 changes.
G00907 · G66659 · XC05560019:003h20Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)22:20Leicester station (LEI)£541One-way2 changes- G66806 · G00930 · XC05570020:003h20Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)23:20Leicester station (LEI)£541One-way2 changes
- G00731 · K66950 · XC05580018:313h19Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)21:50Leicester station (LEI)£601One-way2 changes
- G01066 · K66959 · XC0575009:153h51Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:06Leicester station (LEI)£741One-way2 changes
- G00724 · K66951 · XC05670017:313h35Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)21:06Leicester station (LEI)£741One-way2 changes
- G00731 · K66950 · XC05580018:313h19Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)21:50Leicester station (LEI)£601One-way2 changes
- G00907 · G66659 · XC05560019:003h20Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)22:20Leicester station (LEI)£541One-way2 changes
- G66806 · G00930 · XC05570020:003h20Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)23:20Leicester station (LEI)£541One-way2 changes
- W29776 · K66958 · XC05740010:313h30Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:01Leicester station (LEI)£741One-way2 changes
- W29795 · K66952 · XC05680016:323h34Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)20:06Leicester station (LEI)£741One-way2 changes
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 an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 165 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI):
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) costing on average £36.
Other travel options to Leicester station (LEI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 8m.
Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 2h 40m versus 2h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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 tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01066 · K66959 · XC057500 | 9:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h51 | 13:06 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| W29776 · K66958 · XC057400 | 10:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h30 | 14:01 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| G01071 · K66957 · XC057300 | 11:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 15:06 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| W29782 · K66956 · XC057200 | 12:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 16:06 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| G01077 · K66955 · XC057100 | 13:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 17:06 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| G01078 · K66954 · XC057000 | On time 14:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 18:06 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| W29792 · K66953 · XC056900 | 15:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 19:06 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| W29795 · K66952 · XC056800 | On time 16:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h34 | 20:06 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| G00724 · K66951 · XC056700 | 17:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h35 | 21:06 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| G00731 · K66950 · XC055800 | 18:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h19 | 21:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| G00907 · G66659 · XC055600 | 19:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h20 | 22:20 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| G66806 · G00930 · XC055700 | 20:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h20 | 23:20 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 19:33 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Leicester station (LEI) from £8. 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)
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Leicester station (LEI) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Leicester station (LEI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
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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