4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Leicester
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Leicester will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
It's difficult to get from Manchester Airport to Leicester without transferring at least 2 times.
C04359 · W70717+
G8959312:17 PM2h55Manchester Airport (MIA)3:12 PMLeicester station (LEI)$341One-way2 transfers- C04354 · C21673+G8957710:17 AM2h53Manchester Airport (MIA)1:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$341One-way2 transfers
- C04363 · W70812+G896021:17 PM2h46Manchester Airport (MIA)4:03 PMLeicester station (LEI)$381One-way2 transfers
- C04359 · C21655+G8959312:17 PM2h46Manchester Airport (MIA)3:03 PMLeicester station (LEI)$381One-way2 transfers
- C04354 · W70796+G8957710:17 AM2h46Manchester Airport (MIA)1:03 PMLeicester station (LEI)$421One-way2 transfers
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G008211:04 PM2h06Manchester Airport (MIA)3:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$1051One-way2 transfers- W85177+W33902+G0081210:04 AM2h06Manchester Airport (MIA)12:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$1051One-way2 transfers
- W85179+W34097+G0081411:04 AM2h06Manchester Airport (MIA)1:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$1051One-way2 transfers
- W85182+W33925+G0081812:04 PM2h06Manchester Airport (MIA)2:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)$1051One-way2 transfers
- W85170+W33893+G008089:04 AM2h07Manchester Airport (MIA)11:11 AMLeicester station (LEI)$1051One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport 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 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$58 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport to Leicester:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to Leicester costing on average $58 (€48).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 55m.
Tickets start at around $58 (€48) compared to roughly $30 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-28.39 (€-23.19). The journey takes 2h 1m versus 1h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Leicester trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W85168+W34104+G00806 | 8:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h09 | 10:13 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89560+C04347 · W70784 | 8:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h46 | 11:03 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| C04347 · W70694+G89560 | 8:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h53 | 11:10 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W84665+C21659+G89564 | 8:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h42 | 11:30 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W85170+W33893+G00808 | 9:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h07 | 11:11 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| C04350 · C21654+G89569 | 9:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h46 | 12:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89573+W84670+W70793 | 9:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h42 | 12:30 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W85177+W33902+G00812 | 10:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h06 | 12:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89577+C04354 · C21673 | 10:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h53 | 1:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89577+C04354 · W70796 | 10:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h46 | 1:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89581+W84677+W70799 | 10:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h40 | 1:28 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W85179+W34097+G00814 | 11:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h06 | 1:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89585+C04357 · C21688 | 11:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h54 | 2:11 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89585+C04357 · W70802 | 11:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h46 | 2:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89589+W84683+W70804 | 11:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h42 | 2:30 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W85182+W33925+G00818 | 12:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h06 | 2:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| C04359 · C21655+G89593 | 12:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h46 | 3:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W84689+W70810+G89597 | 12:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h40 | 3:28 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W85188+W33886+G00821 | 1:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h06 | 3:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89602+C04363 · C21692 | 1:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h53 | 4:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| C04363 · W70812+G89602 | 1:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h46 | 4:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89607+W84695+C21666 | 1:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h40 | 4:28 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W85191+C01289+G00824 | 2:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h06 | 4:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89614+C04365 · W70816 | 2:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h46 | 5:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89617+W84700+W70818 | 2:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h41 | 5:29 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W85196+W34255+G00826 | 3:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 5:12 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89541+C04368 · C21672 | 3:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h53 | 6:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89541+C04368 · W70820 | 3:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h47 | 6:04 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89543+W84705+C21656 | 3:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h43 | 6:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W85201+W34066+G00830 | 4:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h12 | 6:16 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89546+C04372 · W70825 | 4:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h46 | 7:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89550+W84712+W70826 | 4:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h41 | 7:29 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W85206+W33929+G00833 | 5:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h10 | 7:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89554+C21806 · W70829 | 5:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h46 | 8:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| G89558+W84719+W70832 | 5:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h43 | 8:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W85208+W34242+G00837 | 6:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h10 | 8:14 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Leicester
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Trains from Manchester Airport to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 16:48. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 4:43 AM |
Last train 4:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Leicester from $14 (€11). 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 Manchester Airport to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Leicester
Most Manchester Airport to Leicester trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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