The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
5 h 19 m
Average duration
5 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
326 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) 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 Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth station (PLY) for Leicester station (LEI) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 326 km distance in an average of 5 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 19 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.
8:165h19Plymouth station (PLY)13:35Leicester station (LEI)£701One-way0 changes
8:165h19Plymouth station (PLY)13:35Leicester station (LEI)£701One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 326 km
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Live departures
Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI) trains for tomorrow, Monday 22 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:16 Plymouth station (PLY) | 5h19 | 13:35 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI) by train or coach
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Why should you book Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI)
Trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 10:03. The fastest train covers the 326 km distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 326 km |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 10:03 |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth station (PLY) and Leicester station (LEI) from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plymouth station (PLY) to Leicester station (LEI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth station (PLY) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth station (PLY) and Leicester station (LEI)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- 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
- 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
- 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 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front


