Welshpool to Leicester train with Transport for Wales

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Welshpool to Leicester

Showing times and prices for 10 May

Cheapest price

£76

Average price

£77

Fastest journey

2 h 52 m

Average duration

2 h 53 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

136 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Welshpool to Leicester will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.

Fast trains

To travel from Welshpool to Leicester you need to make at least one change.

  • Transport for Wales
    10:542h52
    Welshpool
    13:46Leicester
    £761One-way
    1 change
  • Transport for Wales
    9:542h54
    Welshpool
    12:48Leicester
    £781One-way
    2 changes
  • Transport for Wales
    11:542h54
    Welshpool
    14:48Leicester
    £781One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Welshpool to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Welshpool to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a train costs an average of £76.

Distance: 136 km

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£77

Average Price

£46

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 35m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 22m

Average total duration

5h 52m

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30m

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Live departures

Welshpool to Leicester train times

The table below shows live departures for Welshpool to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Sunday 10 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transport for Wales9:54 Welshpool
2h54
12:48 Leicester2 changes
Transport for Wales10:54 Welshpool
2h52
13:46 Leicester1 change
Transport for Wales11:54 Welshpool
2h54
14:48 Leicester2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Welshpool to Leicester

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Trains from Welshpool to Leicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £46 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 52m.

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 £46
Distance
136 km
Average train duration
2h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£76
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 52m
First train
5:48
Last train
19:58
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
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 £46

Train companies: Transport for Wales from Welshpool to Leicester trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Welshpool and Leicester from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
£15
Transport for Wales frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Welshpool to Leicester train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welshpool 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
The cost of a train ticket from Welshpool to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £76, while the average price tends to be around £77.
The train journey from Welshpool to Leicester covers a distance of 136 km and takes approximately 2h 52m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Welshpool to Leicester is 136 km.
The first train from Welshpool to Leicester leaves at 5:48.
The last train from Welshpool to Leicester departs at 19:58.
Trains from Welshpool to Leicester run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Welshpool to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Welshpool to Leicester.
To get from Welshpool to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Welshpool to Leicester.
The train station in Welshpool that goes to Leicester is Welshpool station (WLP), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £46.
Booking trains from Welshpool 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 Welshpool to Leicester offers a mix of scenic countryside views, particularly as it travels through the rolling hills of Powys and Shropshire, before transitioning into more urban landscapes as it approaches Leicester.
A day trip from Welshpool to Leicester is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 52m. Trains run 4 times per day, covering a distance of 136 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.
Yes, you can take the train from Welshpool to Leicester.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Welshpool and Leicester

Welshpool
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Welshpool is Welshpool. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Welshpool for your trip from Welshpool to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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information
phone
Phone Number
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park (industrial estate side)
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platforms 1 (to Shrewsbury) and Platform 2 (to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli) from the car park via a long footbridge with ramps and handrails.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only. Welshpool Tourist Information Centre also sell a range of rail tickets.
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Welshpool
  • Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is along Severn Road into Broad Street approximately 650 metres away outside the post office
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the car park between the station footbridge and Wynnstay Stores.

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