Twickenham to Leicester train with East Midlands Trains

Fri, 07 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Twickenham to Leicester

Showing times and prices for 07 Nov

Cheapest price

£37

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

2 h 39 m

Average duration

2 h 40 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

144 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Twickenham to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Twickenham to Leicester will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Twickenham 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 144 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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.

East Midlands Trains
04:102h39
Twickenham
06:49Leicester
£371One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
04:092h40
Twickenham
06:49Leicester
£441One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
04:082h41
Twickenham
06:49Leicester
£441One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Twickenham to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Twickenham to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £32.

Distance: 144 km

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Coach

£70

Average Price

£6

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Cheapest

2h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 3m

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30m

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2h 50m

Average total duration

2h 20m

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Live departures

Twickenham to Leicester train times

The table below shows live departures for Twickenham to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 23:40
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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east_midlands_railway04:08 Twickenham
2h41
06:49 Leicester0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway04:09 Twickenham
2h40
06:49 Leicester0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway04:10 Twickenham
2h39
06:49 Leicester0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Twickenham to Leicester

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Trains from Twickenham to Leicester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 144 km distance in 2h 12m.

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 £6
Distance
144 km
Average train duration
2h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£32
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 12m
First train
04:37
Last train
22:23
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 £6

Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Twickenham to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Twickenham and Leicester from £6. 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 12m
Cheapest Price
£27
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: Twickenham to Leicester train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Twickenham 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.

FAQs
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 Twickenham to Leicester is 144 km.
To get from Twickenham to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Twickenham to Leicester covers a distance of 144 km and takes approximately 2h 12m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Twickenham to Leicester leaves at 4:37.
Booking trains from Twickenham to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Twickenham to Leicester departs at 22:23.
Trains from Twickenham to Leicester run approximately 5 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Twickenham to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £32, while the average price tends to be around £70.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Twickenham to Leicester.
The cheapest way to get from Twickenham to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Twickenham to Leicester.
The train station in Twickenham that goes to Leicester is Twickenham station (TWI), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
There is no night train service from Twickenham to Leicester.
Yes, you can take the train from Twickenham to Leicester.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Twickenham and Leicester

Twickenham
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Twickenham is Fulwell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Fulwell for your trip from Twickenham to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 11:00 Saturday 09:00 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Fulwell
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Teddington and Twickenham: Wellington Road (A311) Bus Stop A Towards Shepperton: Wellington Road (A311) Bus Stop B
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station. Some step-free access, may be in one direction only - please check details. Step free access for trains towards Twickenham and Strawberry Hill. Steps required for trains towards Richmond. Access for Amyand Road for Platform 3 only.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2; waiting room is heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for St Margarets (London)
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: St Margarets Road (A3004) bus stop J
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 13:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:45 Sunday 09:30 - 13:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. Ramp at approx 1:14 gradient to Platform 1 (for trains towards London Waterloo via Wimbledon). Short unevenly-graded floor at approx 1:10 gradient to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo via Richmond). Step-free access between platforms via full-barrier level crossing. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platform 2 - Currently being refurbished
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Booking hall
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Strawberry Hill
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Twickenham: Waldegrave Road bus stop SH (Opp. St Marys University) To Teddington: Waldegrave Road bus stop SN (outside St Marys University) This is for services between Teddington and Twickenham ONLY For through services to and from Shepperton from/to Twickenham - next to level crossing Journeys starting or finishing at Strawberry Hill: Wellesley Road by station entrance
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:20 Saturday 06:40 - 20:20 Sunday 07:40 - 19:10
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all the platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 5; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Mezzanine Level
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Twickenham
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Richmond and Strawberry Hill: London Road (A310) Bus Stop C outside station Towards Hounslow: Bus Stop on Whitton Road

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