4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hayes to Leicester
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hayes to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hayes to Leicester will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hayes for Leicester on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 33 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.
7:52 AM3h33Hayes11:25 AMLeicester$581One-way0 transfers- 3:35 PM2h04Hayes5:39 PMLeicester$1211One-way0 transfers
- 3:35 PM2h04Hayes5:39 PMLeicester$1211One-way0 transfers
- 7:52 AM3h33Hayes11:25 AMLeicester$581One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hayes to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hayes to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$94 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hayes to Leicester:
A bus is $78 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hayes to Leicester costing on average $94 (€77).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 25m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (1h 40m by train vs 2h 6m by car). Tickets start at around $94 (€77) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Hayes to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Hayes to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:52 AM Hayes | 3h33 | 11:25 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:35 PM Hayes | 2h04 | 5:39 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hayes to Leicester
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Trains from Hayes to Leicester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€40) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:53, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€40) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 2:53 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink from Hayes to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Hayes and Leicester from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Hayes to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hayes 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hayes to Leicester
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 19:10 Sunday 06:30 - 21:30
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3,4 and 5
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on platform 4&5
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located on platform 4&5. This toilet is operated with a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room with automatic door opening is located on Platform 3. The waiting room is open from first to last train
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop E and L outside station entrance(both directions) Click here for map
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- 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
- 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
- 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 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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