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Leicester to Cardiff train with Cross Country

Fri, 14 Feb
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Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Cross CountryP11900
08:183h07
Leicester station (LEI)
11:25Cardiff Central (CDF)
£471One-way
1 change
Cross CountryP11904
10:163h09
Leicester station (LEI)
13:25Cardiff Central (CDF)
£531One-way
1 change
Cross CountryP11902
09:153h10
Leicester station (LEI)
12:25Cardiff Central (CDF)
£531One-way
1 change
Cross CountryC65896
10:503h17
Leicester station (LEI)
14:07Cardiff Central (CDF)
£1121One-way
2 changes
Cross CountryC65894
09:503h26
Leicester station (LEI)
13:16Cardiff Central (CDF)
£1121One-way
2 changes

Leicester to Cardiff train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday 14 February
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Cross Country
P11900
Cross CountryP11900
08:18 Leicester station (LEI)3h07 11:25 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
Cross Country
C65892
Cross CountryC65892
08:50 Leicester station (LEI)3h20 12:10 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
Cross Country
P11902
Cross CountryP11902
09:15 Leicester station (LEI)3h10 12:25 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
Cross Country
C65894
Cross CountryC65894
09:50 Leicester station (LEI)3h26 13:16 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
Cross Country
P11904
Cross CountryP11904
10:16 Leicester station (LEI)3h09 13:25 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
Cross Country
C65896
Cross CountryC65896
10:50 Leicester station (LEI)3h17 14:07 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes

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Train times from Leicester to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Fastest Journey

3 h 7 m

Average

3 h 15 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

190 km

To travel from Leicester to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.

Fastest
Cross CountryP11900
08:183h07
Leicester station (LEI)
11:25Cardiff Central (CDF)
£471One-way
1 change
Cross CountryP11904
10:163h09
Leicester station (LEI)
13:25Cardiff Central (CDF)
£531One-way
1 change
Cross CountryP11902
09:153h10
Leicester station (LEI)
12:25Cardiff Central (CDF)
£531One-way
1 change
Cross CountryC65896
10:503h17
Leicester station (LEI)
14:07Cardiff Central (CDF)
£1121One-way
2 changes
Cross CountryC65892
08:503h20
Leicester station (LEI)
12:10Cardiff Central (CDF)
£1551One-way
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Cardiff

Trains from Leicester to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £13 by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13
Distance
190 km
Average train duration
3h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Trains per day
6
Train providers
1
Fastest train
3h 3m
First train
04:40
Last train
20:50
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13

Train companies: CrossCountry trains Leicester to Cardiff

You can travel by train from Leicester to Cardiff with CrossCountry for as low as £35. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Leicester to Cardiff you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Leicester to Cardiff train information with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 3 min
  • Cheapest Price: £35
  • CrossCountry frequency: 12 a day

FAQs: Leicester to Cardiff train

FAQs: Travel by train from Leicester to Cardiff easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leicester to Cardiff.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Cardiff can start from as little as £26 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leicester to Cardiff is £62; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Leicester to Cardiff train travel time is 3 h 5 min   for the 118 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Leicester to Cardiff leaves at 04: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Leicester to Cardiff leaves at 20: 50.
There are 6 trains a day from Leicester to Cardiff which require at least one change with CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Leicester to Cardiff train with CrossCountry. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip between Leicester and Cardiff as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 50.
A trip to Cardiff from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Leicester to Cardiff is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Cardiff including taking a coach or train.

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