Leicester to Stratford train with East Midlands Railway

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  • East Midlands Railway
    9:121h45
    Leicester
    10:57Stratford
    £691One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands Railway
    8:121h45
    Leicester
    9:57Stratford
    £701One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands Railway
    11:311h43
    Leicester
    13:14Stratford
    £891One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Leicester to Stratford

The cheapest option from Leicester to Stratford is coach, with an average price of £7. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Stratford among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 144 km

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£65

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£7

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1h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest option

1h 24m

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3h 38m

Average total duration

3h 8m

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Live departures

Leicester to Stratford train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Stratford trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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East Midlands Railway8:12 Leicester
1h45
9:57 Stratford0 changesdirect
East Midlands Railway9:12 Leicester
1h45
10:57 Stratford0 changesdirect
East Midlands Railway11:31 Leicester
1h43
13:14 Stratford0 changesdirect

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East Midlands Railway as well as east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Leicester to Stratford.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Stratford.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Stratford

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Typically, there are 14 trains per day from Leicester to Stratford, including direct trains, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 144 km distance in 1h 41m.

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 £5
Distance
144 km
Average train duration
1h 24m
Lowest ticket price
£31
Trains per day
14
Fastest train
1h 41m
First train
0:28
Last train
23:11
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
3 days
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 £5

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Stratford trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Stratford from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 41m
Cheapest Price
£31
East Midlands Railway frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Price
£50
east_midlands_trains frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Leicester to Stratford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Stratford 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 Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Leicester to Stratford is 144 km.
The first train from Leicester to Stratford leaves at 0:28.
The last train from Leicester to Stratford departs at 23:11.
Trains from Leicester to Stratford run approximately 14 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Stratford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Stratford.
To get from Leicester to Stratford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Stratford.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Stratford is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Stratford (London) (SRA).
Booking trains from Leicester to Stratford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leicester to Stratford offers pleasant views of the English countryside, featuring rolling hills and charming villages, though it may not be considered exceptionally scenic compared to other UK routes.
For a fulfilling visit to Stratford, two to three days are typically sufficient to explore key attractions such as Shakespeare's Birthplace, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, and the picturesque River Avon.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Stratford.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Stratford

Most Leicester to Stratford trains use the Leicester to Stratford International station pair, with some services arriving at Stratford (London). Use this guide to compare Leicester and Stratford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leicester
Arrival train stations in Stratford

Which Leicester station do trains to Stratford leave from?

Trains from Leicester to Stratford leave from Leicester. The station is 1 km from Leicester city centre at Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre

BusX7 · 4m · £2 · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · £2 · every ~14 min

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.

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