Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest Journey
2 h 58 m
Average
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
190 km
Of the 5 trains that leave Cardiff for Leicester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Distance | 118 miles (190 km) | |
Average train ticket price | $10 (€9) | |
Train frequency | 13 a day | |
Direct train | Yes, there is 1 direct train a day | |
Train companies | Cross Country or Transport for Wales |
Trains from Cardiff to Leicester cover the 118 miles (190 km) long route taking on average 3 h 3 min with our travel partners like Cross Country or Transport for Wales. Normally, there are 13 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $1 (€1), but the average price of train tickets is $10 (€9). Travelers depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Leicester.
Find the best journey to Leicester from Cardiff with Omio's train partners CrossCountry! You'll find the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Cardiff and Leicester you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
CrossCountry from Cardiff to Leicester train information:
Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Leicester.
The most popular departure train station with passengers for this journey, called Cardiff Central, is located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) from the city center of Cardiff.
The most popular arrival train station, Leicester, is located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city center of Leicester.
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