Leicester to Warrington train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Warrington

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 07 Oct

Cheapest price on 07 Oct

£55

Average ticket price on 07 Oct

£84

Fastest journey on 07 Oct

2 h 8 m

Average journey duration on 07 Oct

4 h 37 m

Trains on 07 Oct

2

Distance

128 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Warrington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leicester to Warrington will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.

Fast trains

On Wed 07 Oct, we found 2 trains from Leicester to Warrington, including 2 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .

The slowest trains will take 7 h 5 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.

  • West Midlands Trains
    18:182h08
    Leicester
    20:26Warrington
    £551One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine Express
    22:367h05
    Leicester
    5:41Warrington
    £1131One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Warrington

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Trains from Leicester to Warrington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 1h 40m.

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 £16
Distance
128 km
Average train duration
2h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£43
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 40m
First train
5:48
Last train
23:56
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
49 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 £16

Live departures

Leicester to Warrington train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Warrington trains for today, Tuesday 6 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountryG66963+West Midlands TrainsC18013+Avanti West CoastW34291
On time
17:18 Leicester station (LEI)
2h08
19:26 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00977+Avanti West CoastW34288
On time
17:50 Leicester station (LEI)
2h36
20:26 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
1 change
CrossCountryG66966+West Midlands TrainsC18012+Avanti West CoastW34288
On time
18:18 Leicester station (LEI)
2h08
20:26 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2 changes
Transpennine ExpressW84727+East Midlands RailwayC21758+Transport for WalesG38411
Delayed
19:11 19:10Leicester station (LEI)
3h06
22:16 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00988+Avanti West CoastW33967 · W34043
On time
20:50 Leicester station (LEI)
1h45
22:35 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
2 changes
CrossCountryG00990+Avanti West CoastW34091
On time
21:50 Leicester station (LEI)
1h29
23:19 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Transpennine Express as well as East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and more offer trains services from Leicester to Warrington.
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Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Warrington.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Warrington.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Warrington.

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast from Leicester to Warrington trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Leicester and Warrington from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£77
West Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
2h 18m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£43
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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 East Midlands Railway Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£46
East Midlands Railway frequency
1 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

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£55
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Warrington

Things to do in Warrington

Discover the best of Warrington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Warrington trip today.

  • Recommended

Warrington Museum & Art Gallery

Town museum in the Cultural Quarter covering Warrington's archaeology, industry and social history with changing exhibitions.

  • Recommended

North West Museum of Road Transport

Volunteer-run transport museum with preserved buses, memorabilia and special open days celebrating local road transport heritage.

The Gallery at Bank Quay House

Contemporary gallery space hosting rotating exhibitions, events and workshops in a restored town-centre building.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate by UK standards. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Manchester or London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping in cafés is optional.

Best day trips from Warrington by train

The most popular day trips by train from Warrington are Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, York and Leeds. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Warrington on Omio.

A view of Manchester

Day trip from Warrington to Manchester by train

Why visit Manchester for the day?

Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.

How to get from Warrington to Manchester by train?

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 18m.

A view of Liverpool

Day trip from Warrington to Liverpool by train

Why visit Liverpool for the day?

Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.

How to get from Warrington to Liverpool by train?

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 25m.

A view of Chester

Day trip from Warrington to Chester by train

Why visit Chester for the day?

Chester is known for its Roman walls, medieval streets and the distinctive black-and-white Rows. Compact and walkable, it blends deep history with a relaxed riverside setting and a lively city centre.

How to get from Warrington to Chester by train?

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:52, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 22m.

A view of York

Day trip from Warrington to York by train

Why visit York for the day?

York is known for its Roman and Viking heritage, medieval streets and the imposing York Minster. Its compact centre, old walls and busy mix of shops, pubs and museums make it easy to grasp the city's historic character.

How to get from Warrington to York by train?

The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 42m.

A view of Leeds

Day trip from Warrington to Leeds by train

Why visit Leeds for the day?

Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.

How to get from Warrington to Leeds by train?

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 1h 17m.

FAQs: Leicester to Warrington train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Warrington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £96.
The train journey from Leicester to Warrington covers a distance of 128 km and takes approximately 1h 40m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Leicester to Warrington is 128 km.
The first train from Leicester to Warrington leaves at 5:48.
The last train from Leicester to Warrington departs at 23:56.
Trains from Leicester to Warrington run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Warrington.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Warrington.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Warrington.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Warrington is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Warrington Central (WAC).
Booking trains from Leicester to Warrington 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 Warrington offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, rolling fields, and small towns, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Warrington.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Warrington

Most Leicester to Warrington trains use the Leicester to Warrington Bank Quay station pair, with some services arriving at Warrington Central. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Warrington 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 Warrington

Which Leicester station do trains to Warrington leave from?

Trains from Leicester to Warrington leave from Leicester. The station is 1 km from Leicester city centre at Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB.
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
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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