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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Capenhurst
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Trains from Leicester to Capenhurst run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £125 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 12:18, the last at 16:18. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 2h 19m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £125 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 12:18 |
Last train 16:18 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Leicester to Capenhurst trainsWest Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Capenhurst from £125. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 6m
Cheapest Price
£45
West Midlands Trains frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
£125
Cross Country frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Leicester to Capenhurst train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Capenhurst 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 Capenhurst, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Capenhurst is a small village in Cheshire, best known for its proximity to the Capenhurst Nuclear Services site. A brief visit of one day is typically sufficient to explore the local area and its surroundings.
The train distance from Leicester to Capenhurst is 140 km.
The train journey from Leicester to Capenhurst covers a distance of 140 km and takes approximately 2h 19m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Leicester to Capenhurst leaves at 12:18.
A day trip from Leicester to Capenhurst is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 19m. However, there are 5 trains per day for this route.
The last train from Leicester to Capenhurst departs at 16:18.
The train journey from Leicester to Capenhurst offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through the picturesque East Midlands and Cheshire countryside, making parts of the trip quite scenic.
Trains from Leicester to Capenhurst run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Capenhurst.
Booking trains from Leicester to Capenhurst in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Capenhurst.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Capenhurst can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £125, while the average price tends to be around £162.
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Capenhurst is by train, costing approximately £125.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Capenhurst is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Capenhurst station (CPU).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leicester to Capenhurst.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Capenhurst.
To travel from Leicester to Capenhurst, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Capenhurst
Leicester
Capenhurst
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to Capenhurst.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- 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 Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
The major train station for arrivals in Capenhurst is Capenhurst. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Capenhurst for your journey to Capenhurst from Leicester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibility
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B: “This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only – please check details.”Access to the Liverpool bound would be via public highway. the nearest station with full access is Chester. this station is unstaffed and you will book assistance in advance.
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Capenhurst
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Capenhurst Lane, Capenhurst, Chester
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