14:310h07Leicester station (LEI)14:38Syston station (SYS)£51One-way0 changes
12:310h07Leicester station (LEI)12:38Syston station (SYS)£51One-way0 changes
14:310h07Leicester station (LEI)14:38Syston station (SYS)£51One-way0 changes
12:310h07Leicester station (LEI)12:38Syston station (SYS)£51One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Leicester station (LEI) to Syston station (SYS)
The cheapest option from Leicester to Syston is train, with an average price of £4. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Syston among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 8 km
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Live departures
Leicester station (LEI) to Syston station (SYS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester station (LEI) to Syston station (SYS) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 12:31 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h07 | 12:38 Syston station (SYS) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:31 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h07 | 14:38 Syston station (SYS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester station (LEI) to Syston station (SYS)
Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Leicester to Syston, including 6 direct trains, taking around 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:31, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 7m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 7m |
Lowest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 8:31 |
Last train 22:52 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Syston station (SYS) trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester station (LEI) and Syston station (SYS) from £3. 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 station (LEI) to Syston station (SYS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester station (LEI) to Syston station (SYS) 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 Syston station (SYS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester station (LEI) and Syston station (SYS)
Most Leicester station (LEI) to Syston station (SYS) trains use the Leicester to Syston station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester station (LEI) and Syston station (SYS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Syston from Syston city centre
Syston is 1 km from Syston city centre. Public transport options include:
Syston train station facilities and services
Syston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Occasions Tearooms
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Syston.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Syston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Syston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Syston: 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. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on the station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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