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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sileby station (SIL) to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
14 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
14 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sileby station (SIL) 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 Sileby station (SIL) to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Sileby station (SIL) to Leicester station (LEI), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 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.
10:090h14Sileby station (SIL)10:23Leicester station (LEI)£61One-way0 changes- 11:090h14Sileby station (SIL)11:23Leicester station (LEI)£61One-way0 changes
- 16:090h14Sileby station (SIL)16:23Leicester station (LEI)£61One-way0 changes
- 11:090h14Sileby station (SIL)11:23Leicester station (LEI)£61One-way0 changes
- 16:090h14Sileby station (SIL)16:23Leicester station (LEI)£61One-way0 changes
- 10:090h14Sileby station (SIL)10:23Leicester station (LEI)£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sileby station (SIL) to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sileby station (SIL) to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 11 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (14m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £2 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.
Direct services run with East Midlands Railway.
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
Sileby station (SIL) to Leicester station (LEI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Sileby station (SIL) to Leicester station (LEI) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21175 | On time 15:09 Sileby station (SIL) | 0h14 | 15:23 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21173 | On time 16:09 Sileby station (SIL) | 0h14 | 16:23 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21180 | On time 17:09 Sileby station (SIL) | 0h14 | 17:23 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21177 | On time 18:09 Sileby station (SIL) | 0h14 | 18:23 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21178 | On time 19:09 Sileby station (SIL) | 0h14 | 19:23 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C59816 | On time 20:09 Sileby station (SIL) | 0h14 | 20:23 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C59820 | On time 21:42 Sileby station (SIL) | 0h15 | 21:57 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21192 | On time 22:21 Sileby station (SIL) | 0h14 | 22:35 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 10:09 Sileby station (SIL) | 0h14 | 10:23 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:09 Sileby station (SIL) | 0h14 | 11:23 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sileby station (SIL) to Leicester station (LEI)
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Trains from Sileby station (SIL) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:09, the last at 09:09. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 12m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 9:09 |
Last train 9:09 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Sileby station (SIL) to Leicester station (LEI) trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Sileby station (SIL) and Leicester station (LEI) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sileby station (SIL) to Leicester station (LEI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sileby station (SIL) 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 Sileby station (SIL) and Leicester station (LEI)
Most Sileby station (SIL) to Leicester station (LEI) trains use the Sileby to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Sileby station (SIL) and Leicester station (LEI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Sileby from Sileby city centre
Sileby train station facilities and services
Sileby has practical services for this route, including Parking and Dining.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sileby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sileby: Parking.
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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