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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 79 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£29 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Leicester to Wales, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Wales:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Wales costing on average £29.
Other travel options to Wales take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 11m.
Tickets start at around £29 compared to roughly £37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £9. The journey takes 1h 18m versus 1h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Wales from Leicester by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Leicester to Wales is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Wales are Cardiff, Dublin, Swansea, Newport and Bristol. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Wales on Omio.
Cardiff is a compact capital known for Welsh culture, Cardiff Castle and the energy of the Principality Stadium. Victorian arcades, civic landmarks and Cardiff Bay give it a character that feels both historic and modern.
Dublin is Ireland’s capital, known for its literary history, Georgian architecture and lively pub culture. It feels compact and sociable, with historic streets, creative districts and a coastal setting.
Swansea is known for its sweeping bay, maritime past and connection to Dylan Thomas. The city mixes a practical urban centre with a waterfront feel and quick access to the Gower coast.
Newport is a South Wales city known for its industrial past, the Transporter Bridge and riverside setting on the Usk. Regenerated shopping areas and historic sites give it a practical mix of modern city life and local heritage.
Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.
Travel to Wales easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leicester to Wales.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Wales:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Wales costing on average £29.
Other travel options to Wales take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 11m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leicester and Wales as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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