The cheapest and fastest trains from Hinckley to Leicester
Cheapest price
$2
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hinckley to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hinckley to Leicester will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hinckley for Leicester on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 21 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hinckley to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hinckley to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €2.
Distance: 12 miles (20 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€7 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hinckley to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Hinckley to Leicester trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:30 PM Hinckley | 0h21 | 1:51 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Hinckley | 0h21 | 3:51 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:58 PM Hinckley | 0h20 | 10:18 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 7:30 AM Hinckley | 0h22 | 7:52 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hinckley to Leicester
Distance 12 miles (20 km) |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 23:12 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Hinckley to Leicester start from as low as $2 (€2) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $9 (€7) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Hinckley to Leicester trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Hinckley and Leicester from $2 (€2). 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 Hinckley to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hinckley 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 Hinckley to Leicester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 13:00 Saturday 06:40 - 13:00 Sunday Closed None
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Platform 1 has step free access via a short ramp. Platform 2 has step free access via a ramped bridge with a moderate gradient. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: is outside the station
- 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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