4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Leicester
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Leicester will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Leicester without transferring at least once.
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C2153912:19 PM3h21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:40 PMLeicester station (LEI)$691One-way1 transfer
C16940+
G0082012:12 PM2h58Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$691One-way1 transfer- C16943+G6663912:33 PM3h18Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:51 PMLeicester station (LEI)$691One-way1 transfer
- C16940 · C17946+G6663612:12 PM2h39Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2:51 PMLeicester station (LEI)$691One-way2 transfers
- W84664+W707888:19 AM3h19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:38 AMLeicester station (LEI)$721One-way1 transfer
- C16940 · C17946+G6663612:12 PM2h39Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2:51 PMLeicester station (LEI)$691One-way2 transfers
- C16921 · C17948+G666268:10 AM2h41Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:51 AMLeicester station (LEI)$1031One-way2 transfers
- C16940+G0082012:12 PM2h58Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$691One-way1 transfer
- C16921+G008098:10 AM3h00Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:10 AMLeicester station (LEI)$1031One-way1 transfer
- C16943+G6663912:33 PM3h18Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:51 PMLeicester station (LEI)$691One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$71 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Leicester:
A bus is $50 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Leicester costing on average $71 (€58).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 7m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (2h 33m by train vs 2h 42m by car). Tickets start at around $71 (€58) compared to roughly $41 (€33) 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.
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
Liverpool to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Leicester trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C16920 · C17854+G66624 | On time 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h41 | 10:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| C16920+G00808 | On time 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h01 | 11:11 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W84665+C21659 | On time 8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h11 | 11:30 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C16923+G66627 | On time 8:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h18 | 11:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C16972+G00795 | On time 6:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h18 | 9:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C04380 · C21546 | On time 6:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 10:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C04382 · W70752 | On time 7:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h00 | 10:51 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
 W34025+G00797 | On time 8:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h27 | 11:18 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Liverpool to Leicester trainsWest Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool and Leicester from $14 (€12). 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 Liverpool to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Leicester
Most Liverpool to Leicester trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Leicester station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
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.
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