The cheapest and fastest trains from Horwich to Leicester
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horwich to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horwich to Leicester will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
Of the 2 trains that leave Horwich for Leicester on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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 bus and train for Horwich to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horwich to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €35, and a bus costs an average of €11.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€51 Average price Cheapest | €61 Average price |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Horwich to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Horwich to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:47 AM Horwich | 2h30 | 7:17 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:46 AM Horwich | 2h24 | 2:10 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Horwich to Leicester
Trains from Horwich to Leicester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 21:18 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3) from Horwich to Leicester trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Horwich 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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Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Trains from Horwich to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horwich 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 Horwich to Leicester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:35 Saturday 06:20 - 19:35 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access to all platforms. Tactile Paving available full length of both platform 1 and 2. White and Yellow Lining visible on both platform surfaces.
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Opposite the station entrance for buses to Horwich or Leigh. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will set down and pick up from outside the station entrance.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- 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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