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Compare train for Taplow to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taplow to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 127 km
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£46 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taplow to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Taplow to Leicester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 127 km distance in 2h 43m.
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 £11
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 04:47 |
Last train 18:30 |
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 £11
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Taplow to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Taplow and Leicester from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 36m
Cheapest Price
£78
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the 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
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Taplow to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taplow 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.
Two to three days is typically enough to explore Leicester's key attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre, while also enjoying the local culture and dining.
The train distance from Taplow to Leicester is 127 km.
The train journey from Taplow to Leicester covers a distance of 127 km and takes approximately 2h 43m. Trains run 5 per day.
Booking trains from Taplow to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Taplow to Leicester leaves at 4:47.
The cost of a train ticket from Taplow to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £46, while the average price tends to be around £46.
The last train from Taplow to Leicester departs at 18:30.
The cheapest way to get from Taplow to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £11.
The train station in Taplow that goes to Leicester is Taplow station (TAP), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
Trains from Taplow to Leicester run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Taplow to Leicester.
Yes, you can take the train from Taplow to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Taplow to Leicester.
To travel from Taplow to Leicester, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Taplow to Leicester.
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Important Stations and Airports in Taplow and Leicester
Taplow
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Taplow is Taplow. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Taplow for your trip from Taplow to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platform. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist during ticket office hours.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Located on platform 4
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Step free, heated waiting rooms with push button door opening are located on Platforms 3&4.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Northern Car Park off platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
Public transport options for Taplow
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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 Taplow.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation 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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