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G66941 · G008549:152h04Leicester station (LEI)11:19Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)£281One-way1 change- G01046 · G667218:182h01Leicester station (LEI)10:19Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)£341One-way1 change
- G00955 · G008518:501h58Leicester station (LEI)10:48Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)£391One-way1 change
W70948 · C213358:381h37Leicester station (LEI)10:15Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)£561One-way1 change
W34070+G010468:181h25Leicester station (LEI)9:43Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)£561One-way1 change
- W34070+G010468:181h25Leicester station (LEI)9:43Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)£561One-way1 change
- W34038+G669419:151h28Leicester station (LEI)10:43Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)£561One-way1 change
- W70948 · C213358:381h37Leicester station (LEI)10:15Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)£561One-way1 change
- G00955 · G008518:501h58Leicester station (LEI)10:48Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)£391One-way1 change
- G01046 · G667218:182h01Leicester station (LEI)10:19Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)£341One-way1 change
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Compare coach and train for Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent
The cheapest option from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent is coach, with an average price of £14. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 82 km
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Live departures
Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent trains for tomorrow, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G01046+W34070 | 8:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h25 | 9:43 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 change | |
| G01046 · G66721 | 8:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h01 | 10:19 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 change | |
| W70948 · C21335 | 8:38 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h37 | 10:15 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 change | |
| G00955 · G00851 | 8:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h58 | 10:48 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 change | |
| G66941 · G00854 | 9:15 Leicester station (LEI) | 2h04 | 11:19 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 change | |
| G66941+W34038 | 9:15 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h28 | 10:43 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent, including direct trains, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 82 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Lowest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 22:56 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
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FAQs: Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Stoke-on-Trent
Most Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent trains use the Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent station pair, with some services arriving at Longport. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Stoke-on-Trent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Getting to Longport from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Longport train station facilities and services
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Longport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: 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 for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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