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L83896 · L78917+
W70967+
Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International9:352h30Guildford station (GLD)12:05Leicester station (LEI)£1181One-way3 changes- L84066+W70964+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International9:042h32Guildford station (GLD)11:36Leicester station (LEI)£1181One-way2 changes
- L79573+W70967+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International9:192h46Guildford station (GLD)12:05Leicester station (LEI)£1181One-way2 changes
- L81402+W70961+Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International8:222h43Guildford station (GLD)11:05Leicester station (LEI)£1551One-way2 changes
- L83885 · L78905+W70961+Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International8:342h31Guildford station (GLD)11:05Leicester station (LEI)£1551One-way3 changes
- L83896 · L78917+W70967+Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International9:352h30Guildford station (GLD)12:05Leicester station (LEI)£1181One-way3 changes
- L83885 · L78905+W70961+Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International8:342h31Guildford station (GLD)11:05Leicester station (LEI)£1551One-way3 changes
- L84066+W70964+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International9:042h32Guildford station (GLD)11:36Leicester station (LEI)£1181One-way2 changes
- L81402+W70961+Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International8:222h43Guildford station (GLD)11:05Leicester station (LEI)£1551One-way2 changes
- L84065+W70861+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International8:032h43Guildford station (GLD)10:46Leicester station (LEI)£1551One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Guildford to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 161 km
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£81 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Guildford to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Monday 27 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L84065+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+W70861 | 8:03 Guildford station (GLD) | 2h43 | 10:46 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| L81402+Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International+W70961 | 8:22 Guildford station (GLD) | 2h43 | 11:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| L83885 · L78905+Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International+W70961 | 8:34 Guildford station (GLD) | 2h31 | 11:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 3 changes | |
| L84066+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+W70964 | 9:04 Guildford station (GLD) | 2h32 | 11:36 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| L79573+Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+W70967 | 9:19 Guildford station (GLD) | 2h46 | 12:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| L83896 · L78917+Tube from Vauxhall to London St Pancras International+W70967 | 9:35 Guildford station (GLD) | 2h30 | 12:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Leicester
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Trains from Guildford to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 161 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 4:37 |
Last train 22:06 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway from Guildford to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, South Western Railway trains will get you between Guildford and Leicester 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: Guildford to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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 Guildford and Leicester
Most Guildford to Leicester trains use the Guildford to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Guildford station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Road (Guildford) from Guildford city centre
London Road (Guildford) train station facilities and services
London Road (Guildford) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Road (Guildford).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Road (Guildford).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Guildford).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Road (Guildford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Road (Guildford): Bike Parking.
Which Leicester station do trains from Guildford 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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