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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Leicester
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Leicester will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lancaster for Leicester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 55 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.
8:592h55Lancaster11:54Leicester£221One-way0 changes
- 8:592h55Lancaster11:54Leicester£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lancaster to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 195 km
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3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Lancaster to Leicester.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Lancaster to Leicester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Lancaster to Leicester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lancaster to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 23:37 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail from Lancaster to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail trains will get you between Lancaster and Leicester from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lancaster to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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 Lancaster and Leicester
Most Lancaster to Leicester trains use the Lancaster to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Lancaster and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lancaster station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Lancaster from Lancaster city centre
Lancaster is 2 km from Lancaster city centre. Public transport options include:
Lancaster train station facilities and services
Lancaster has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lancaster.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lancaster. 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 Lancaster: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lancaster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lancaster: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office, 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.
Which Leicester station do trains from Lancaster 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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