Leicester to Winchester train with East Midlands Railway

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Compare train and coach for Leicester to Winchester

The cheapest option from Leicester to Winchester is coach, with an average price of £18. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Winchester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 175 km

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£77

Average Price

£18

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Cheapest option

3h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest option

2h 49m

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5h 42m

Average total duration

5h 12m

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Live departures

Leicester to Winchester train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Winchester trains for today, 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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CrossCountry7:50 Leicester
3h36
11:26 Winchester0 changesdirect
CrossCountry8:50 Leicester
3h36
12:26 Winchester0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Leicester to Winchester trains with Omio?

East Midlands Railway as well as CrossCountry or Cross Country offer trains services from Leicester to Winchester.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to Winchester.

Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Winchester.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leicester to Winchester.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Winchester.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Winchester.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Winchester

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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Leicester to Winchester, including direct trains, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 3h 13m.

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 £13
Distance
175 km
Average train duration
2h 49m
Lowest ticket price
£48
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 13m
First train
4:47
Last train
21:56
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
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 £13

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Leicester to Winchester trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Winchester from £13. 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
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
£150
East Midlands Railway frequency
4 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

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 36m
Cheapest Price
£48
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 18m
Cheapest Price
£180
Cross Country frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Leicester to Winchester train

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

FAQs
The train distance from Leicester to Winchester is 175 km.
The first train from Leicester to Winchester leaves at 4:47.
The last train from Leicester to Winchester departs at 21:56.
Trains from Leicester to Winchester run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Winchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Winchester.
To get from Leicester to Winchester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Winchester.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Winchester is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Winchester station (WIN).
Booking trains from Leicester to Winchester 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 Winchester offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, with rolling hills and stretches of green fields, though it may not be considered among the most scenic routes in the UK.
To fully experience Winchester's historic sites, such as Winchester Cathedral, the Great Hall, and the Winchester City Mill, a visit of two to three days is recommended. This allows time to explore the city's rich heritage and enjoy its local attractions.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Winchester.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Winchester

Most Leicester to Winchester trains use the Leicester to Winchester station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Winchester 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 Winchester

Which Leicester station do trains to Winchester leave from?

Trains from Leicester to Winchester 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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