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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Newport
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Newport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Newport will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leicester for Newport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Newport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 173 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£46 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Newport train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Newport trains for tomorrow, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:15 Leicester | 2h57 | 11:12 Newport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:15 Leicester | 2h57 | 12:12 Newport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Leicester to Newport by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Newport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Newport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Newport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 20:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester to Newport trainsCrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Newport from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester to Newport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Newport 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 Newport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Newport
Most Leicester to Newport trains use the Leicester to Newport (South Wales) station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Newport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Newport leave from?
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.
Which Newport station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Newport (South Wales) from Newport city centre
Newport (South Wales) train station facilities and services
Newport (South Wales) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newport (South Wales). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Newport (South Wales): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newport (South Wales): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newport (South Wales): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: The pay phone is located on platforms 2 and 3, 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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