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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Leicester
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Leicester will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 3 trains that leave Swansea for Leicester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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.
13:274h38Swansea18:05Leicester£591One-way0 changes- 9:224h29Swansea13:51Leicester£1161One-way0 changes
- 10:174h34Swansea14:51Leicester£1171One-way0 changes
- 9:224h29Swansea13:51Leicester£1161One-way0 changes
- 10:174h34Swansea14:51Leicester£1171One-way0 changes
- 13:274h38Swansea18:05Leicester£591One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 223 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£103 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Swansea to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Leicester trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:27 Swansea | 4h43 | 13:10 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:17 Swansea | 4h34 | 14:51 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Transport for Wales or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Leicester.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Leicester
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Trains from Swansea to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:56, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 223 km distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 223 km |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 3:56 |
Last train 20:50 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales from Swansea to Leicester trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Leicester from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swansea to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 Swansea and Leicester
Most Swansea to Leicester trains use the Swansea to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: on concourse, 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: No.
Which Leicester station do trains from Swansea 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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