The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Tamworth
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Tamworth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Tamworth will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester for Tamworth on Fri, Nov 07, 1 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 38 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 49 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.


Live departures
Leicester to Tamworth train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Tamworth trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:18 AM Leicester | 0h49 | 8:07 AM Tamworth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Tamworth
Trains from Leicester to Tamworth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 23 miles (38 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 23 miles (38 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 22:26 |
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FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Tamworth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Tamworth 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 Tamworth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Tamworth
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 09:15 - 16:45 None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available - A2B Taxis are at Tamworth Station on 01827 311 111. All taxis are accessible. Public waiting area for taxis
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the station front.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 23:45 Sunday 08:00 - 23:30
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:10-20:00, Saturday 06:10-20:00 and Sunday 09:15-16:45. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: N/A
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Outside the station entrance.
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