4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Didcot
Cheapest price
$159
Average price
$204
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Didcot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Didcot will cost around $204 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $159.
Of the 3 trains that leave Leicester for Didcot on Thu, Nov 06, 3 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 115 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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 Leicester to Didcot
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Didcot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€132 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leicester to Didcot train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Didcot 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:47 AM Leicester | 3h22 | 7:09 AM Didcot | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:47 AM Leicester | 2h49 | 7:36 AM Didcot | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:48 AM Leicester | 4h32 | 9:20 AM Didcot | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Didcot
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 00:35 |
Last train 21:58 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Leicester to Didcot start from as low as $48 (€39) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $162 (€132) depending on the train type and class.
FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Didcot
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Didcot 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 Didcot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Leicester to Didcot
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Information Desk
- 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
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:00 - 19:40
- Type of shops available: Spar supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies and Gentleman's toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet is located on Platform 3. National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 3
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 3 and 5
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt.
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