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The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Leicester
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
327 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Leicester will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Plymouth for Leicester 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 327 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 42 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.
07:355h31
Plymouth13:06Leicester
£531One-way
0 changes
03:545h42
Plymouth09:36Leicester
£981One-way
0 changes
07:275h17
Plymouth12:44Leicester
£1111One-way
0 changes
08:274h43
Plymouth13:10Leicester
£1311One-way
0 changes
04:254h48
Plymouth09:13Leicester
£1991One-way
0 changes
08:274h43
Plymouth13:10Leicester
£1311One-way
0 changes
04:254h48
Plymouth09:13Leicester
£1991One-way
0 changes
07:275h17
Plymouth12:44Leicester
£1111One-way
0 changes
07:355h31
Plymouth13:06Leicester
£531One-way
0 changes
03:545h42
Plymouth09:36Leicester
£981One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Plymouth to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £431.
Distance: 327 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£116 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £499 Average Price |
5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 0m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Plymouth to Leicester train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 21:04
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:54 Plymouth | 5h42 | 09:36 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:25 Plymouth | 4h48 | 09:13 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:27 Plymouth | 5h17 | 12:44 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:35 Plymouth | 5h31 | 13:06 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:27 Plymouth | 4h43 | 13:10 Leicester | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Plymouth to Leicester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
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 £23
Distance 327 km |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 04:47 |
Last train 23:55 |
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 £23
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Plymouth to Leicester trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Plymouth and Leicester from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 12m
Cheapest Price
£52
Great Western Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at 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
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
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
4h 43m
Cheapest Price
£78
CrossCountry frequency
3 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
4h 12m
Cheapest Price
£279
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 47m
Cheapest Price
£242
first_great_western frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Plymouth to Leicester train
FAQs: Travel by train from Plymouth to Leicester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Plymouth to Leicester.
Booking trains from Plymouth to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Plymouth to Leicester is 327 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Plymouth to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £116.
To get from Plymouth to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £23.
The train journey from Plymouth to Leicester covers a distance of 327 km and takes approximately 4h 44m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Plymouth to Leicester leaves at 4:47.
The last train from Plymouth to Leicester departs at 23:55.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Leicester is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
Trains from Plymouth to Leicester run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Plymouth to Leicester.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Leicester.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to Leicester.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Leicester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Leicester
Plymouth
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Plymouth is Devonport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Devonport for your trip from Plymouth to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Devonport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- 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 Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Plymouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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 Plymouth.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information 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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