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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Syston station (SYS) to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Syston station (SYS) 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 Syston station (SYS) to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 trains that leave Syston station (SYS) for Leicester station (LEI) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 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.
10:140h09Syston station (SYS)10:23Leicester station (LEI)£51One-way0 changes- 11:140h09Syston station (SYS)11:23Leicester station (LEI)£51One-way0 changes
- 11:140h09Syston station (SYS)11:23Leicester station (LEI)£51One-way0 changes
- 10:140h09Syston station (SYS)10:23Leicester station (LEI)£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Syston station (SYS) to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Syston station (SYS) to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 8 km
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Live departures
Syston station (SYS) to Leicester station (LEI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Syston station (SYS) to Leicester station (LEI) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:14 Syston station (SYS) | 0h09 | 10:23 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:14 Syston station (SYS) | 0h09 | 11:23 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Syston station (SYS) to Leicester station (LEI) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Syston station (SYS) to Leicester station (LEI)
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Trains from Syston station (SYS) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:14, the last at 14:14. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 9m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 9:14 |
Last train 14:14 |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Syston station (SYS) to Leicester station (LEI) trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Syston station (SYS) and Leicester station (LEI) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Syston station (SYS) to Leicester station (LEI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Syston station (SYS) 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 Syston station (SYS) and Leicester station (LEI)
Most Syston station (SYS) to Leicester station (LEI) trains use the Syston to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Syston station (SYS) and Leicester station (LEI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Syston from Syston city centre
Syston is 1 km from Syston city centre. Public transport options include:
Syston train station facilities and services
Syston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Occasions Tearooms
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Syston.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Syston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Syston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Syston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on the station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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