4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Wellingborough
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Wellingborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Wellingborough will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 22 trains that leave Leicester for Wellingborough on Sun, Jun 21, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 29 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.
W706995:43 PM0h29Leicester station (LEI)6:12 PMWellingborough station (WEL)$61One-way0 transfers- W707138:32 PM0h29Leicester station (LEI)9:01 PMWellingborough station (WEL)$81One-way0 transfers
- C216817:02 PM0h29Leicester station (LEI)7:31 PMWellingborough station (WEL)$81One-way0 transfers
- W707865:02 PM0h30Leicester station (LEI)5:32 PMWellingborough station (WEL)$81One-way0 transfers
- W707681:59 PM0h29Leicester station (LEI)2:28 PMWellingborough station (WEL)$81One-way0 transfers
- W707097:43 PM0h29Leicester station (LEI)8:12 PMWellingborough station (WEL)$131One-way0 transfers
- W707138:32 PM0h29Leicester station (LEI)9:01 PMWellingborough station (WEL)$81One-way0 transfers
- C216817:02 PM0h29Leicester station (LEI)7:31 PMWellingborough station (WEL)$81One-way0 transfers
- W7084010:27 AM0h29Leicester station (LEI)10:56 AMWellingborough station (WEL)$111One-way0 transfers
- C218579:27 AM0h29Leicester station (LEI)9:56 AMWellingborough station (WEL)$91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Wellingborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Wellingborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Wellingborough:
A train is $0.88 (€0.72) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Leicester to Wellingborough costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Wellingborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 22m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (30m by train vs 1h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with east_midlands_trains.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Leicester to Wellingborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Wellingborough trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21539 · C04262 | On time 3:41 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h45 | 4:26 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 1 transfer | |
| W70721 | On time 3:57 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h33 | 4:30 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70724 | On time 4:45 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h33 | 5:18 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| W70833 | 8:30 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h30 | 9:00 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21881 | 8:53 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h30 | 9:23 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21857 | 9:27 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h29 | 9:56 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21856 | 9:57 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h30 | 10:27 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70840 | 10:27 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h29 | 10:56 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70737 | 10:45 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h29 | 11:14 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70768 | 1:59 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h29 | 2:28 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21686 | 2:43 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h29 | 3:12 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70774 | 2:59 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h31 | 3:30 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Wellingborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Wellingborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 29m.
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Wellingborough trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Wellingborough from $9 (€7). 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 Leicester to Wellingborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Wellingborough
Most Leicester to Wellingborough trains use the Leicester to Wellingborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Wellingborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Wellingborough leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: 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.
Which Wellingborough station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Wellingborough from Wellingborough city centre
Wellingborough is 1 km from Wellingborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Wellingborough train station facilities and services
Wellingborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wellingborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wellingborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wellingborough.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wellingborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wellingborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wellingborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms. 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: A number of black cabs are available from the station front throughout the day. These are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Additional Wheelchair available, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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