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King Richard III Visitor Centre
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Leicester will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Liverpool to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Liverpool to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 5:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Liverpool to Leicester.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Leicester trains for today, Thursday 29 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C04380 · C21546 | On time 18:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 22:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04382 · W70752 | On time 19:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h00 | 22:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W34025+ G00797 | On time 20:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h27 | 23:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
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C16920+ G00808 | 8:10 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h01 | 11:11 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C16920 · C17854+ G66624 | 8:10 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h41 | 10:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
W84665+ C21659 | 8:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h11 | 11:30 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W84665+ W33893+ G00808 | 8:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h52 | 11:11 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
C16923+ G66627 | 8:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h18 | 11:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04350 · C21654 | 8:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 12:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C16925 · C17837+ G66627 | 9:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h39 | 11:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
C16925+ G00812 | 9:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 12:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W84670+ W33902+ G00812 | 9:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h51 | 12:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
W84670+ W70793 | 9:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h11 | 12:30 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C16927+ G00789 | 9:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h17 | 12:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C16939+ G00821 | 12:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 15:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C16939 · C18016+ G66638 | 12:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h39 | 14:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
W84689+ W70810 | 12:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h09 | 15:28 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W84689+ W33886+ G00821 | 12:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h51 | 15:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
C16942+ G66640 | 12:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h18 | 15:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C04363 · W70812 | 12:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 16:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C16964 · C17876+ G66652 | 17:10 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h40 | 19:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
C16964+ G00837 | 17:10 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h04 | 20:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W84719+ W34242+ G00837 | 17:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 20:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
W84719+ W70832 | 17:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 20:31 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C16967+ G66655 | 17:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h19 | 20:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C21581 · W70834 | 17:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 21:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C16969 · C17863+ G66655 | 18:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h40 | 20:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
C16969+ G00839 | 18:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h02 | 21:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
C16972+ G00795 | 18:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h18 | 21:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
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Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
Leicester’s main art and history museum, with dinosaur galleries, fine art and displays on the city’s people and past.
Museum beside Roman remains, exploring local archaeology from Roman Leicester to later city history in a compact setting.
Lively regenerated waterside with bars, boats, public art and an easy walk linking the city centre to the canal heritage area.
Large central park with formal gardens, broad lawns and space to relax near the university and city centre.
Attractive green space around abbey ruins and the River Soar, good for walks, wildlife and traces of medieval Leicester.
Red Leicester is a crumbly orange cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire, long linked to the county and traditionally coloured with annatto for its rich hue.
Melton Mowbray pork pie is a hand-raised pie from Leicestershire with seasoned chopped pork and a distinctive free-form crust, traditionally eaten cold.
Stilton is a famous English blue cheese historically traded through Leicestershire, prized for its creamy texture and strong savoury flavour on local cheeseboards.
Popular Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile known for rich curries, tandoori dishes and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
Stylish modern British restaurant and bar in St Martins Square, known for seasonal plates, cocktails and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Long-running vegetarian Gujarati restaurant serving thalis, snacks and sweets in a simple, busy setting loved by local families.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Liverpool to Leicester trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Wavertree Technology Park is 3 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Wavertree Technology Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Wavertree Technology Park.
Available at Wavertree Technology Park: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wavertree Technology Park.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
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.
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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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