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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) 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 Cambridge station (CBG) to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 6 trains that leave Cambridge station (CBG) 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 98 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 33 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.
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Compare train and coach for Cambridge station (CBG) to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge station (CBG) to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 98 km
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2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cambridge station (CBG) to Leicester station (LEI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge station (CBG) to Leicester station (LEI) trains for today, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C75416 | On time 17:01 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h48 | 18:49 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| C75402 | On time 12:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h49 | 13:49 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W58541+Y12221 | On time 12:13 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h33 | 14:46 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C75405 | On time 13:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h49 | 14:49 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W58546+Y12225 | On time 13:13 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h33 | 15:46 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
 G84516+C52126 | On time 13:21 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h44 | 16:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W58548+Y12228 | On time 13:42 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h33 | 16:15 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge station (CBG) to Leicester station (LEI)
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Trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 20:00 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Cambridge station (CBG) to Leicester station (LEI) trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Cambridge station (CBG) 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: Cambridge station (CBG) to Leicester station (LEI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge station (CBG) 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 Cambridge station (CBG) and Leicester station (LEI)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
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Information 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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