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G0096812:102h39Leeds station (LDS)14:49Leicester station (LEI)£441One-way2 changes- C02119 · L01635+G0097514:102h39Leeds station (LDS)16:49Leicester station (LEI)£441One-way2 changes
- G08000+G0097814:403h09Leeds station (LDS)17:49Leicester station (LEI)£441One-way1 change
- G07994+G0097513:403h09Leeds station (LDS)16:49Leicester station (LEI)£441One-way1 change
- G07988+G0097112:403h09Leeds station (LDS)15:49Leicester station (LEI)£441One-way1 change
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C2168216:152h12Leeds station (LDS)18:27Leicester station (LEI)£681One-way1 change - W70774+
G8947912:452h12Leeds station (LDS)14:57Leicester station (LEI)£681One-way1 change - G89521+W7080518:452h12Leeds station (LDS)20:57Leicester station (LEI)£681One-way1 change
- C21681+G8950416:452h12Leeds station (LDS)18:57Leicester station (LEI)£681One-way1 change
- W70801+G8951117:452h12Leeds station (LDS)19:57Leicester station (LEI)£681One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Leicester
The cheapest option from Leeds to Leicester is coach, with an average price of £10. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Leicester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 132 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£43 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Leeds to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Leicester trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01167+W70827 | On time 17:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h14 | 19:29 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G08018+G00986 | On time 17:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h09 | 20:49 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G89790+C21547 | On time 18:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h26 | 20:30 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C02078 · L01639+G00986 | On time 18:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h39 | 20:49 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| G01168+C21547 | On time 18:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h15 | 20:30 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G89437+W70835 | On time 18:38 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h25 | 21:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Leicester
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Leeds to Leicester, including direct trains, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:29, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Lowest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 1:29 |
Last train 23:11 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited from Leeds to Leicester trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Leeds and Leicester from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leeds to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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 Leeds and Leicester
Most Leeds to Leicester trains use the Leeds to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Leicester station do trains from Leeds 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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