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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI)
Showing times and prices for 07 Nov
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
112 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Leicester station (LEI) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 36 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.
13:172h53
Manchester Airport (MIA)16:10Leicester station (LEI)
£251One-way
0 changes
08:172h46
Manchester Airport (MIA)11:03Leicester station (LEI)
£321One-way
0 changes
19:173h36
Manchester Airport (MIA)22:53Leicester station (LEI)
£331One-way
0 changes
06:172h55
Manchester Airport (MIA)09:12Leicester station (LEI)
£361One-way
0 changes
08:482h41
Manchester Airport (MIA)11:29Leicester station (LEI)
£491One-way
0 changes
08:482h41
Manchester Airport (MIA)11:29Leicester station (LEI)
£491One-way
0 changes
08:172h46
Manchester Airport (MIA)11:03Leicester station (LEI)
£321One-way
0 changes
13:172h53
Manchester Airport (MIA)16:10Leicester station (LEI)
£251One-way
0 changes
06:172h55
Manchester Airport (MIA)09:12Leicester station (LEI)
£361One-way
0 changes
19:173h36
Manchester Airport (MIA)22:53Leicester station (LEI)
£331One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 112 km
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Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) trains for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:36
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h46 | 20:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 7 November | |||||
| 06:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h55 | 09:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h46 | 11:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h41 | 11:29 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI)
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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 19:17. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 2h 6m.
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 £8
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 06:04 |
Last train 19:17 |
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 £8
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) trainsEast Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Leicester station (LEI) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
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
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
£24
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 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 Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
£42
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 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
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 Duration
2h 41m
Cheapest Price
£49
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
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
£32
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
£136
first_transpennine_express frequency
1 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 16m
Cheapest Price
£55
Transport for Wales frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) 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 station (LEI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) is 112 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £50.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) covers a distance of 112 km and takes approximately 2h 6m. Trains run 7 per day.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) leaves at 6:04.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) departs at 19:17.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI).
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI) run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI).
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leicester station (LEI).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Leicester station (LEI)
Manchester
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
The major train station for arrivals in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your journey to Leicester from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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