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Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Leicester
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Oct
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£60
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£96
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
2 h 37 m
Trains on 15 Oct
21
Distance
165 km
Cheap tickets
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 £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Fast trains
To travel from Bristol to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
G00854 · G666279:002h51Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:51Leicester station (LEI)£601One-way1 change- G66730 · G0078910:002h50Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:50Leicester station (LEI)£601One-way1 change
- G66735 · G0079311:002h52Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:52Leicester station (LEI)£601One-way1 change
- G00872 · G6664013:002h51Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:51Leicester station (LEI)£601One-way1 change
- G66779 · G6665518:002h52Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)20:52Leicester station (LEI)£601One-way1 change
- G01082 · G6666315:302h35Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)18:05Leicester station (LEI)£1121One-way1 change
- G01064 · G008129:332h37Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:10Leicester station (LEI)£1121One-way1 change
- G00869_G01067 · G0081410:332h37Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:10Leicester station (LEI)£1121One-way1 change
- G01069 · G0081811:332h37Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:10Leicester station (LEI)£1121One-way1 change
- G01062 · G008088:332h38Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:11Leicester station (LEI)£1181One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 2h 6m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 4:41 |
Last train 21:24 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Live departures
Bristol to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Leicester trains for today, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00854 · G66627 | Delayed 8:00 9:00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 11:05 11:05Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 15 October | |||||
| G66721 · G66624 | 8:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h50 | 10:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G01062 · G00808 | 8:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h38 | 11:11 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00854 · G66627 | 9:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 11:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G01064 · G00812 | 9:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h37 | 12:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G66730 · G00789 | 10:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h50 | 12:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00869_G01067 · G00814 | 10:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h37 | 13:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G66735 · G00793 | 11:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h52 | 13:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G01069 · G00818 | 11:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h37 | 14:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00865 · G66638 | 12:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 14:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G01073 · G00821 | 12:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h38 | 15:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00872 · G66640 | 13:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 15:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G01075 · G00824 | 13:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h40 | 16:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00876 · G66643 | 14:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 16:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G01080 · G00826 | 14:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h39 | 17:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00883 · G00828 | 15:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h54 | 17:54 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G01082 · G66663 | 15:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h35 | 18:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00888 · G66649 | 16:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h52 | 18:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G01083 · G00833 | 16:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h41 | 19:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00894 · G66652 | 17:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h50 | 19:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00723 · G00837 | 17:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h41 | 20:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G66779 · G66655 | 18:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h52 | 20:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
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CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£22
CrossCountry frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£41
Great Western Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Leicester
Things to do in Leicester
Discover the best of Leicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leicester trip today.
- Recommended
Leicester Museum & Art Gallery
Leicester’s main art and history museum, with dinosaur galleries, fine art and displays on the city’s people and past.
- Recommended
Jewry Wall Museum
Museum beside Roman remains, exploring local archaeology from Roman Leicester to later city history in a compact setting.
- Recommended
St Martin's Square
Lively regenerated waterside with bars, boats, public art and an easy walk linking the city centre to the canal heritage area.
- Recommended
Victoria Park
Large central park with formal gardens, broad lawns and space to relax near the university and city centre.
- Recommended
Abbey Park
Attractive green space around abbey ruins and the River Soar, good for walks, wildlife and traces of medieval Leicester.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester Cheese
Red Leicester is a crumbly orange cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire, long linked to the county and traditionally coloured with annatto for its rich hue.
Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
Melton Mowbray pork pie is a hand-raised pie from Leicestershire with seasoned chopped pork and a distinctive free-form crust, traditionally eaten cold.
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Stilton is a famous English blue cheese historically traded through Leicestershire, prized for its creamy texture and strong savoury flavour on local cheeseboards.
Laguna
Popular Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile known for rich curries, tandoori dishes and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
Knight & Garter
Stylish modern British restaurant and bar in St Martins Square, known for seasonal plates, cocktails and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Shivalli
Long-running vegetarian Gujarati restaurant serving thalis, snacks and sweets in a simple, busy setting loved by local families.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
Leicester Buses
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £4.80
To the city centre
Leicester Railway Station -> Clock Tower, Leicester
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless tap-on and tap-off with fare capping is being introduced across Leicester buses; check the operator or Leicester Buses site for current rollout details.
- Leicester Buses Flexi tickets are valid across participating operators in the Flexi area and can be bought in participating operators’ ticketing apps.
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £62.
The train journey from Bristol to Leicester covers a distance of 165 km and takes approximately 2h 6m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Bristol to Leicester is 165 km.
The first train from Bristol to Leicester leaves at 4:41.
The last train from Bristol to Leicester departs at 21:24.
Trains from Bristol to Leicester run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Leicester.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Leicester.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Leicester is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
Booking trains from Bristol to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol to Leicester offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Cotswolds, lush countryside, and charming English villages, making it a relatively pleasant trip.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Leicester.
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.
Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Leicester
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min
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.
MontpelierMontpelier station, Station Road, Montpelier, Bristol, City of, BS6 5EE
City-centre transport
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus13 · 11m · £2 · every ~4 min
76, 75, 73 · 15m · £4 · every ~53 min
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.
RedlandRedland station, South Road, Redland, Bristol, City of, BS6 6QP
City-centre transport
Getting to Redland from Bristol city centre
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBristol Temple Meads - Severn Beach, Bristol Temple Meads - Avonmouth, Weston-super-Mare - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Avonmouth, Taunton - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Clifton Down · 11m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus72 · 6m · £4 · every ~8 min
72 · 12m · £4 · every ~8 min
Redland train station facilities and services
Redland 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 Redland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: 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. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Leicester station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Trains from Bristol to Leicester most often arrive at Leicester. Some services arrive at South Wigston, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Leicester arrival station.
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
BusX7 · 4m · £2 · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · £2 · every ~14 min
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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