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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Leicester
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£61
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
2 h 38 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
2 h 39 m
Trains on 15 Sept
69
Distance
150 km
Cheap tickets
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 £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Fast trains
To travel from Liverpool to Leicester you need to make at least 2 changes.
C04354 · C216739:513h19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:10Leicester station (LEI)£281One-way1 change- C04359 · W7071711:513h21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)15:12Leicester station (LEI)£281One-way1 change
- C04365 · W7072513:513h19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)17:10Leicester station (LEI)£281One-way1 change
- C04368 · C2167214:513h19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)18:10Leicester station (LEI)£281One-way1 change
- C04372 · W7073315:513h20Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)19:11Leicester station (LEI)£281One-way1 change
C16929 · C17874+
G0078910:122h38Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:50Leicester station (LEI)£771One-way2 changes- C16925 · C17837+G666279:122h39Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:51Leicester station (LEI)£771One-way2 changes
- C16939 · C18016+G6663812:122h39Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:51Leicester station (LEI)£771One-way2 changes
- C16944 · C18008+G6664013:122h39Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)15:51Leicester station (LEI)£771One-way2 changes
- C16949 · C18015+G6664314:122h39Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:51Leicester station (LEI)£771One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 150 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Leicester is a coach with an average price of £15.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Leicester:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Leicester costing on average £37.
The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Leicester is by train with an average journey time of 2h 33m.
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 13m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool and Leicester including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (2h 33m by train vs 2h 42m by car). Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Leicester trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C16942+G66640 | On time 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 | |
| C16944+G00824 | 13:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 16:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16944 · C18008+G66640 | On time 13:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h39 | 15:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
 W84695+C21666 | 13:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h09 | 16:28 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
W84695+ C01289+G00824 | 13:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h51 | 16:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C16947+G66643 | On time 13:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h18 | 16:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C04365 · W70816 | 13:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 17:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16949+G00826 | 14:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h00 | 17:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16949 · C18015+G66643 | On time 14:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h39 | 16:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| W84700+W70818 | On time 14:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h10 | 17:29 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W84700+W34255+G00826 | On time 14:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h53 | 17:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C16951+G00828 | On time 14:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h21 | 17:54 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C04368 · W70820 | On time 14:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h13 | 18:04 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16954 · C17791+G00828 | 15:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h42 | 17:54 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C16954+G66663 | 15:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h53 | 18:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W84705+C21656 | On time 15:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 18:31 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W84705+W34066+G00830 | On time 15:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h57 | 18:16 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C16956+G66649 | On time 15:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h19 | 18:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C04372 · W70825 | On time 15:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 19:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16959+G00833 | 16:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h02 | 19:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16959 · C18025+G66649 | On time 16:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h40 | 18:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| W84712+W70826 | On time 16:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h10 | 19:29 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W84712+W33929+G00833 | On time 16:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 19:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C16962+G66652 | On time 16:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h17 | 19:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C21806 · C21674 | On time 16:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h21 | 20:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16964+G00837 | On time 17:10 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h04 | 20:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16964 · C17876+G66652 | On time 17:10 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h40 | 19:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| W84719+W70832 | On time 17:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 20:31 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W84719+W34242+G00837 | On time 17:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 20:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C16967+G66655 | On time 17:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h19 | 20:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C21581 · W70834 | On time 17:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 21:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16969 · C17863+G66655 | On time 18:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h40 | 20:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C16969+G00839 | On time 18:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h02 | 21:14 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16972+G00795 | On time 18:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h18 | 21:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| 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 | |
| C04382 · C21183 | On time 19:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h04 | 23:55 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W34025+G00797 | On time 20:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h27 | 23:18 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
| C16920 · C17854+G66624 | 8:10 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h41 | 10:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C16920+G00808 | 8:10 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h01 | 11:11 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| 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 | |
| C04350 · W70700 | 8:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h19 | 12:10 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 | |
| C04354 · W70796 | 9:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 13:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C04354 · C21673 | 9:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h19 | 13:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16929 · C17874+G00789 | 10:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h38 | 12:50 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C16929+G00814 | 10:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 13:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W84677+W34097+G00814 | 10:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h51 | 13:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| W84677+W70799 | 10:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h09 | 13:28 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16932+G00793 | 10:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h19 | 13:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C04357 · W70802 | 10:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 14:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16934 · C17806+G00793 | 11:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h40 | 13:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C16934+G00818 | 11:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 14:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W84683+W33925+G00818 | 11:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h51 | 14:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| W84683+W70804 | 11:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h11 | 14:30 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16936+G66638 | 11:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h18 | 14:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C04359 · C21655 | 11:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 15:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C04359 · W70717 | 11:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h21 | 15:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C16939 · C18016+G66638 | 12:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h39 | 14:51 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C16939+G00821 | 12:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 15:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W84689+W33886+G00821 | 12:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h51 | 15:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| W84689+W70810 | 12:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h09 | 15:28 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 3h 0m.
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 £10
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 5:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £10
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Liverpool to Leicester trainsWest Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool and Leicester from £10. 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
3h 0m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£22
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
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
3h 12m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£30
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
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
3h 11m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£29
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
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
2h 19m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£139
Avanti West Coast frequency
8 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 Leicester
Things to do in Leicester
Discover the best of Leicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leicester trip today.
- Recommended
Leicester Museum & Art Gallery
Leicester’s main art and history museum, with dinosaur galleries, fine art and displays on the city’s people and past.
- Recommended
Jewry Wall Museum
Museum beside Roman remains, exploring local archaeology from Roman Leicester to later city history in a compact setting.
- Recommended
St Martin's Square
Lively regenerated waterside with bars, boats, public art and an easy walk linking the city centre to the canal heritage area.
- Recommended
Victoria Park
Large central park with formal gardens, broad lawns and space to relax near the university and city centre.
- Recommended
Abbey Park
Attractive green space around abbey ruins and the River Soar, good for walks, wildlife and traces of medieval Leicester.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester Cheese
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
Melton Mowbray pork pie is a hand-raised pie from Leicestershire with seasoned chopped pork and a distinctive free-form crust, traditionally eaten cold.
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Stilton is a famous English blue cheese historically traded through Leicestershire, prized for its creamy texture and strong savoury flavour on local cheeseboards.
Laguna
Popular Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile known for rich curries, tandoori dishes and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
Knight & Garter
Stylish modern British restaurant and bar in St Martins Square, known for seasonal plates, cocktails and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Shivalli
Long-running vegetarian Gujarati restaurant serving thalis, snacks and sweets in a simple, busy setting loved by local families.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
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.
Leicester Buses
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £4.80
To the city centre
Leicester Railway Station -> Clock Tower, Leicester
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless tap-on and tap-off with fare capping is being introduced across Leicester buses; check the operator or Leicester Buses site for current rollout details.
- Leicester Buses Flexi tickets are valid across participating operators in the Flexi area and can be bought in participating operators’ ticketing apps.
FAQs: Liverpool to Leicester train
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £37.
The train journey from Liverpool to Leicester covers a distance of 150 km and takes approximately 3h 0m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool to Leicester is 150 km.
The first train from Liverpool to Leicester leaves at 5:01.
The last train from Liverpool to Leicester departs at 23:56.
Trains from Liverpool to Leicester run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Liverpool to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Liverpool to Leicester.
To get from Liverpool to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Liverpool to Leicester.
The train station in Liverpool that goes to Leicester is Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Liverpool to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Liverpool to Leicester offers a variety of views, including glimpses of the English countryside, rolling hills, and charming small towns, making it a pleasant experience for passengers.
A day trip from Liverpool to Leicester is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 0m. However, trains run 6 times per day. The distance is 150 km.
Two to three days is typically enough to explore Leicester's key attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre, while also enjoying the local culture and dining.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool to Leicester.
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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Leicester
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.
Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in Leicester
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
Liverpool Lime Street 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 and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool South ParkwayLiverpool South Parkway station, Holly Farm Road, Garston, Merseyside, L19 5NE+44 1515551111
City-centre transport
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Warrington Central, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Oxford Road, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Piccadilly · 9m · £3 · every ~4 min
Liverpool Central - Hunts Cross, Ormskirk - Hunts Cross, Sandhills - Hunts Cross · 12m · £4 · every ~7 min
Bus82 · 31m · £4 · every ~19 min
80A, 80 · 35m · £2 · every ~12 min
86A, 80A, 80 · 37m · £4 · every ~37 min
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: 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” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Liverpool James StreetLiverpool James Street station, James Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 7PQ
City-centre transport
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainWest Kirby - West Kirby, Chester - Chester, Hooton - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Birkenhead Hamilton Square, Rock Ferry - West Kirby, Rock Ferry - Ellesmere Port, Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port, New Brighton - New Brighton, Moorfields - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Chester, Hooton - Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead Hamilton Square - West Kirby · 3m · £0.90 · every ~22 min
Bus10A · 8m · £4 · every ~25 min
838 · 13m
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Which Leicester station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Trains from Liverpool to Leicester most often arrive at Leicester. Some services arrive at South Wigston, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Leicester arrival station.
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678
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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