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Malvern Museum
Local history museum in a former priory gatehouse, covering Malvern's water cure, schools, transport and civic life.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Great Malvern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, while a coach costs an average of £33.
Distance: 100 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Great Malvern:
A train is £12 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Leicester to Great Malvern costing on average £33.
Other travel options to Great Malvern take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 45m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.16. The journey takes 1h 44m versus 1h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Leicester to Great Malvern run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 20:50 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Discover the best of Great Malvern — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Great Malvern trip today.
Local history museum in a former priory gatehouse, covering Malvern's water cure, schools, transport and civic life.
Elgar's birthplace cottage museum with family rooms, manuscripts and displays about the composer's life and music.
Working Victorian monastery complex with heritage displays and guided visits, known for church art and an atmospheric setting.
Popular ridge walk across the hills above town, celebrated for open views, changing light and classic Malvern scenery.
Linear Victorian park by the priory and theatre, popular for strolling, bandstand events and access to central sights.
The main historic shopping street, lined with period buildings, independent shops and easy links to the priory and theatre.
A Worcestershire pudding of layers of apple, butter, sugar and breadcrumbs, baked until crisp. Strongly tied to the county and once a classic farmhouse dessert.
A rich county sauce made with fermented anchovies, tamarind and spices. Created in nearby Worcester and used across the area in cooking and drinks.
Traditional sausages from the Vale of Evesham, seasoned with herbs and apple. A long-standing regional speciality often served with mash or in breakfasts.
Stylish modern British restaurant in Great Malvern, known for seasonal cooking and a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
Elegant dining room at The Cottage in the Wood, serving modern British dishes with countryside views and a refined feel.
Popular café and deli on Church Street for breakfast, lunch, cakes and coffee in a friendly casual space.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually below London levels, while rail fares and taxis can still add up for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés: small change or none is fine.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Great Malvern 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 Great Malvern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leicester to Great Malvern trains use the Leicester to Great Malvern station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Great Malvern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
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.
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Great Malvern has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Great Malvern.
Ticket office support is available at Great Malvern. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Great Malvern: Parking, WC.
Available at Great Malvern: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Great Malvern: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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