9:121h45Leicester10:57Stratford£691One-way0 changes
8:121h45Leicester9:57Stratford£701One-way0 changes
11:311h43Leicester13:14Stratford£891One-way0 changes
11:311h43Leicester13:14Stratford£891One-way0 changes
9:121h45Leicester10:57Stratford£691One-way0 changes
8:121h45Leicester9:57Stratford£701One-way0 changes
Travel Information
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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1h 54m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:12 Leicester | 1h45 | 9:57 Stratford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:12 Leicester | 1h45 | 10:57 Stratford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:31 Leicester | 1h43 | 13:14 Stratford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Stratford
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.
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 |
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.
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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.

popular train stations
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.
Which Leicester station do trains to Stratford 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 Stratford station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Stratford International from Stratford city centre
Stratford International train station facilities and services
Stratford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stratford International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Stratford International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stratford International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Textphone 0800 783 4548, 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 Stratford International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stratford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access to all platforms via lifts.Pedestrian access to the international station from the regional station either via Westfield shopping centre or the roadway to the second entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Stratford (London) from Stratford city centre
Stratford (London) train station facilities and services
Stratford (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stratford (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford (London): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Maryland from Stratford city centre
Maryland train station facilities and services
Maryland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maryland.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Maryland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maryland. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maryland: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maryland: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maryland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: An accessible ticket machine is located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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