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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
54 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
55 m
Trains on 15 Sept
14
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry station (COV) 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 Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
To travel from Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI) you need to make at least one change.
G00858 · G0081411:301h40Coventry station (COV)13:10Leicester station (LEI)£121One-way1 change- G00866 · G0082113:301h40Coventry station (COV)15:10Leicester station (LEI)£121One-way1 change
- G00861 · G0081812:301h40Coventry station (COV)14:10Leicester station (LEI)£121One-way1 change
- G00918 · G0079721:301h48Coventry station (COV)23:18Leicester station (LEI)£121One-way1 change
- G66624+
W112879:560h55Coventry station (COV)10:51Leicester station (LEI)£181One-way1 change
- G00789+W1130811:560h54Coventry station (COV)12:50Leicester station (LEI)£181One-way1 change
- G66624+W112879:560h55Coventry station (COV)10:51Leicester station (LEI)£181One-way1 change
- G00795+W1136320:560h55Coventry station (COV)21:51Leicester station (LEI)£181One-way1 change
- G66627+W1129710:560h55Coventry station (COV)11:51Leicester station (LEI)£181One-way1 change
- G66638+W1132013:560h55Coventry station (COV)14:51Leicester station (LEI)£181One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 37 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m 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 Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI):
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI) costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Leicester station (LEI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 0m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-5.77. The journey takes 50m versus 47m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI) trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G66618+W11271 | Delayed 6:23 6:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h57 | 7:53 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G66620+W11275 | Delayed 7:24 7:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h56 | 8:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00787+W11279 | Delayed 8:24 8:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h56 | 9:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G66624+W11287 | Delayed 9:25 9:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h55 | 10:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G66627+W11297 | Delayed 10:24 10:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h55 | 11:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00858 · G00814 | On time 11:30 Coventry station (COV) | 1h40 | 13:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00789+W11308 | Delayed 11:24 11:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h54 | 12:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00793+W11314 | Delayed 12:24 12:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h56 | 13:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G66638+W11320 | Delayed 13:24 13:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h55 | 14:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00875 · G00824 | On time 14:30 Coventry station (COV) | 1h40 | 16:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G66640+W11326 | Delayed 14:24 14:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h55 | 15:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G66643+W11333 | Delayed 15:24 15:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h55 | 16:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00887 · G66663 | On time 16:30 Coventry station (COV) | 1h35 | 18:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00828+W11338 | Delayed 16:28 16:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h58 | 17:54 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G66649+W11345 | Delayed 17:24 17:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h56 | 18:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
 W34135+G66652 | On time 18:06 Coventry station (COV) | 1h44 | 19:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00837+W11350 | Delayed 18:51 18:56Coventry station (COV) | 1h18 | 20:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00901 · G00839 | On time 19:30 Coventry station (COV) | 1h44 | 21:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G66655+W11357 | Delayed 19:24 19:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h56 | 20:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00795+W11363 | Delayed 20:24 20:56Coventry station (COV) | 0h55 | 21:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 20:56. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 55m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 6:30 |
Last train 20:56 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI) trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Coventry station (COV) and Leicester station (LEI) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry station (COV) 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 Coventry station (COV) and Leicester station (LEI)
Most Coventry station (COV) to Leicester station (LEI) trains use the Coventry to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Coventry station (COV) and Leicester station (LEI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Coventry from Coventry city centre
Coventry train station facilities and services
Coventry has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coventry.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry. ATMs are available at Coventry.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coventry. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Coventry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, 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.
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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