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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Leicester
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Leicester will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bristol for Leicester every day 5 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 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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.
9:332h37Bristol12:10Leicester£441One-way0 changes- 10:002h50Bristol12:50Leicester£471One-way0 changes
- 9:002h50Bristol11:50Leicester£481One-way0 changes
- 7:332h38Bristol10:11Leicester£521One-way0 changes
4:233h45Bristol8:08Leicester£2301One-way0 changes
- 9:332h37Bristol12:10Leicester£441One-way0 changes
- 7:332h38Bristol10:11Leicester£521One-way0 changes
- 10:002h50Bristol12:50Leicester£471One-way0 changes
- 9:002h50Bristol11:50Leicester£481One-way0 changes
- 4:233h45Bristol8:08Leicester£2301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 165 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£52 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:23 Bristol | 3h45 | 8:08 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:33 Bristol | 2h38 | 10:11 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:00 Bristol | 2h50 | 11:50 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:33 Bristol | 2h37 | 12:10 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:00 Bristol | 2h50 | 12:50 Leicester | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Leicester
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Trains from Bristol to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 4:41 |
Last train 21:24 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country from Bristol to Leicester trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol and Leicester from £5. 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 to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol and Leicester
Most Bristol to Leicester trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Leicester 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 Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Which Leicester station do trains from Bristol 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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