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The cheapest and fastest trains from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester
Showing times and prices for 15 Dec
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
112 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Welwyn Garden City for Leicester 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 112 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
06:282h21
Welwyn Garden City08:49Leicester
£371One-way
0 changes
03:022h34
Welwyn Garden City05:36Leicester
£611One-way
0 changes
06:282h21
Welwyn Garden City08:49Leicester
£371One-way
0 changes
03:022h34
Welwyn Garden City05:36Leicester
£611One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Welwyn Garden City to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Welwyn Garden City to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 15:07
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:02 Welwyn Garden City | 2h34 | 05:36 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:28 Welwyn Garden City | 2h21 | 08:49 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:38, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 1h 51m.
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
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 01:38 |
Last train 22:52 |
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
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Great Northern from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Great Northern trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City and Leicester from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 51m
Cheapest Price
£37
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
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 17m
Cheapest Price
£37
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
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 43m
Cheapest Price
£56
Great Northern frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Welwyn Garden City to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City 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.
Booking trains from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, a day trip from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester is feasible as the journey takes 1h 51m and the distance is 112 km. Trains run 4 times per day.
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 journey from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester covers a distance of 112 km and takes approximately 1h 51m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, passing through picturesque landscapes, rolling hills, and quaint villages, particularly after leaving the urban areas.
The train station in Welwyn Garden City that goes to Leicester is Welwyn Garden City station (WGC), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
The cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester is by train, costing approximately £37.
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester leaves at 1:38.
The train distance from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester is 112 km.
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester run approximately 4 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £37, while the average price tends to be around £65.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester.
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester departs at 22:52.
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester.
There is no night train service from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester.
To get from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City and Leicester
Welwyn Garden City
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Welwyn Garden City is Welwyn Garden City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Welwyn Garden City for your trip from Welwyn Garden City to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
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 Welwyn Garden City.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
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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