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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester station (LEI) to University (UNI)
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to University (UNI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to University (UNI) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester station (LEI) for University (UNI) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.
17:501h32Leicester station (LEI)19:22University (UNI)£151One-way0 changes
- 17:501h32Leicester station (LEI)19:22University (UNI)£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leicester station (LEI) to University (UNI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester station (LEI) to University (UNI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 58 km
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£16 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester station (LEI) to University (UNI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester station (LEI) to University (UNI) trains for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h05 | 11:55 University (UNI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:20 Leicester station (LEI) | 1h16 | 21:36 University (UNI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester station (LEI) to University (UNI)
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Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to University (UNI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 6:17 |
Last train 20:20 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Leicester station (LEI) to University (UNI) trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Leicester station (LEI) and University (UNI) from £4. 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 University (UNI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester station (LEI) to University (UNI) 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 University (UNI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester station (LEI) and University (UNI)
Most Leicester station (LEI) to University (UNI) trains use the Leicester to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester station (LEI) and University (UNI) 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 University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Most popular train connections from Leicester station (LEI)
Most popular trains to and from University (UNI) and Leicester station (LEI)
Most popular train connections to University (UNI)
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