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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Leicester
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Leicester will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Oxford to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
G00738 · G007877:152h37Oxford station (OXF)9:52Leicester station (LEI)£371One-way1 change- G00849+
W11279+G007877:392h13Oxford station (OXF)9:52Leicester station (LEI)£471One-way2 changes - G00847+W11275+G666206:392h13Oxford station (OXF)8:52Leicester station (LEI)£751One-way2 changes
- G00849 · G008067:392h34Oxford station (OXF)10:13Leicester station (LEI)£921One-way1 change
- G00847 · G008416:392h34Oxford station (OXF)9:13Leicester station (LEI)£921One-way1 change
- G00847+W11275+G666206:392h13Oxford station (OXF)8:52Leicester station (LEI)£751One-way2 changes
- G00849+W11279+G007877:392h13Oxford station (OXF)9:52Leicester station (LEI)£471One-way2 changes
- G00849 · G008067:392h34Oxford station (OXF)10:13Leicester station (LEI)£921One-way1 change
- G00847 · G008416:392h34Oxford station (OXF)9:13Leicester station (LEI)£921One-way1 change
- G00738 · G007877:152h37Oxford station (OXF)9:52Leicester station (LEI)£371One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 99 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£54 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oxford to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Leicester trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00847 · G00841 | On time 6:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h34 | 9:13 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00847 · G66620+W11275 | On time 6:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h13 | 8:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| G00738 · G00787 | On time 7:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h37 | 9:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00849 · G00806 | On time 7:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h34 | 10:13 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| G00849 · G00787+W11279 | On time 7:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h13 | 9:52 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Oxford to Leicester by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Oxford to Leicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 20:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Oxford to Leicester trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Oxford and Leicester from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oxford to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Leicester
Most Oxford to Leicester trains use the Oxford to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oxford station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Oxford Parkway from Oxford city centre
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway train station facilities and services
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, 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 Oxford arrive at?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
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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