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Compare coach and train for Thornaby to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Thornaby to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 211 km
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£54 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Overview: Train from Thornaby to Leicester
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Trains from Thornaby to Leicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 19:32. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 3h 5m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 19:32 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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 £17
FAQs: Thornaby to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thornaby 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Thornaby to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £54.
The train journey from Thornaby to Leicester covers a distance of 211 km and takes approximately 3h 5m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Thornaby to Leicester is 211 km.
The first train from Thornaby to Leicester leaves at 5:48.
The last train from Thornaby to Leicester departs at 19:32.
Trains from Thornaby to Leicester run approximately 4 times per day.
To get from Thornaby to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Thornaby to Leicester.
The train station in Thornaby that goes to Leicester is Thornaby station (TBY), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
The cheapest way to get from Thornaby to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Thornaby to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Thornaby to Leicester offers varied scenery, including glimpses of the North Yorkshire countryside and parts of the East Midlands, though it primarily traverses urban and suburban areas.
A day trip from Thornaby to Leicester is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 5m. However, there are 4 trains available per day, covering a distance of 211 km.
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.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Thornaby to Leicester.
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Important Stations and Airports in Thornaby and Leicester
Thornaby
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Thornaby is Thornaby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thornaby for your trip from Thornaby to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
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Accessibility
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Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:45 Saturday 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday 09:15 - 17:15 Holidays: Boxing Day, Christmas Day Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday: 08:45 - 17:30 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided
- 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
- Wheelchairs available open hours: During Staff Help times as shown above
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: A unisex toilet is available in the station building during booking office opening hours only. (Includes disabled and baby changing facilities)
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the approach road opposite the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Thornaby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coaches will pick up / drop off at the bus stops on Station Street due to the station car park not being wide enough for a coach to turn around in. Station Street is the road which runs parallel to the station access road and can be reached by using the footbridge on the station approach road.
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 Thornaby.
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ATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
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Information 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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