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Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Cardiff
Showing times and prices for May 29
Cheapest
€56
Average
€89
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Cheapest
07:22AM3h03
Leicester10:25AMCardiff Central
€561One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
06:18AM3h07
Leicester09:25AMCardiff Central
€561One-way
1 transfer
07:06AM3h04
Leicester10:10AMCardiff Central
€1111One-way
2 transfers
08:50AM3h23
Leicester12:13PMCardiff Central
€1111One-way
2 transfers
07:50AM3h20
Leicester11:10AMCardiff Central
€1111One-way
2 transfers
Train schedule from Leicester to Cardiff
Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 29
06:18AM3h07
Leicester09:25AMCardiff Central
1 transfer
07:06AM3h04
Leicester10:10AMCardiff Central
2 transfers
07:22AM3h03
Leicester10:25AMCardiff Central
1 transfer
07:50AM3h20
Leicester11:10AMCardiff Central
2 transfers
08:18AM3h07
Leicester11:25AMCardiff Central
1 transfer
08:50AM3h23
Leicester12:13PMCardiff Central
2 transfers
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Fastest train times from Leicester to Cardiff
Showing times and prices for May 29
Fastest Journey
3 h 3 m
Average
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
190 km
It's difficult to get from Leicester to Cardiff without transferring at least once.
Fastest
07:22AM3h03
Leicester10:25AMCardiff Central
€561One-way
1 transfer
07:06AM3h04
Leicester10:10AMCardiff Central
€1111One-way
2 transfers
06:18AM3h07
Leicester09:25AMCardiff Central
€561One-way
1 transfer
08:18AM3h07
Leicester11:25AMCardiff Central
€1111One-way
1 transfer
07:50AM3h20
Leicester11:10AMCardiff Central
€1111One-way
2 transfers
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Overview: Train from Leicester to Cardiff
 | Distance | 118 miles (190 km) |
 | Train frequency | 14 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train providers | Cross Country |
Trains from Leicester to Cardiff cover the 118 miles (190 km) long journey taking on average 5 h 59 min with our travel partners like Cross Country. Normally, there are 14 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travelers depart most frequently from Leicester and arrive in Cardiff Central.
Train companies: CrossCountry from Leicester to Cardiff trains
Travel on CrossCountry trains from Leicester to Cardiff at great prices. Omio finds you train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies all in one place.
CrossCountry
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train to Cardiff from Leicester you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
Train information from Leicester to Cardiff with CrossCountry:
- Average Duration: 3 h 30 min
- CrossCountry frequency: 13 a day
FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Cardiff
FAQs: Travel by train from Leicester to Cardiff 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 Cardiff.
On average the Leicester to Cardiff train time is 5 h 59 min covering the 118 mile (190 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Leicester to Cardiff leaves at 5: 51 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Leicester to Cardiff leaves at 11: 45 PM.
There are 14 trains a day from Leicester to Cardiff which require at least one change with Cross Country. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Leicester to Cardiff train with Cross Country. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between Leicester and Cardiff as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 45 PM.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Leicester, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cardiff Central, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a train from Leicester to Cardiff is October.
However, you have options as you can travel to Cardiff from Leicester 2 different ways: bus or train.
Important Stations and Airports for this connection
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The major railway station for departures from Leicester is Leicester. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your journey between Leicester and Cardiff.
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