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Compare coach and train for Westbury to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Westbury to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 170 km
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£126 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 24m Average total duration 26h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Westbury to Leicester
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Trains from Westbury to Leicester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £53 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 3h 54m.
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 £53
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 16:30 |
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 £53
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Westbury to Leicester trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Westbury and Leicester from £53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 14m
Cheapest Price
£74
Great Western Rail frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at 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
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Price
£173
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Westbury to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Westbury 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 train distance from Westbury to Leicester is 170 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.
The train journey from Westbury to Leicester covers a distance of 170 km and takes approximately 3h 54m. Trains run 3 per day.
Booking trains from Westbury to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Westbury to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £61, while the average price tends to be around £126.
The first train from Westbury to Leicester leaves at 4:44.
To get from Westbury to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cheapest way to get from Westbury to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £53.
The last train from Westbury to Leicester departs at 16:30.
The train station in Westbury that goes to Leicester is Westbury station (WSB), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
Trains from Westbury to Leicester run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Westbury to Leicester.
Yes, you can take the train from Westbury to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Westbury to Leicester.
There is no night train service from Westbury to Leicester.
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Important Stations and Airports in Westbury and Leicester
Westbury
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Westbury is Westbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Westbury for your trip from Westbury to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 17:00 Saturday 07:40 - 13:40 Sunday 11:35 - 18:0008:30 - 18:00 Sunday Winter and Summer times included
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
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 via subway and the lifts
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1, 2 and 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Westbury
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop adjacent to the ticket office
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 Westbury.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParking
Dining
ATMAccessibilityWC
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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