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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Leicester
Showing times and prices for Dec 07
Cheapest
$48
Average
$63
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
07:43PM2h21
Manchester Piccadilly10:04PMLeicester
$481One-way
1 transfer
06:13PM2h19
Manchester Piccadilly08:32PMLeicester
$661One-way
1 transfer
07:12AM2h17
Manchester Piccadilly09:29AMLeicester
$661One-way
1 transfer
06:12AM2h17
Manchester Piccadilly08:29AMLeicester
$661One-way
1 transfer
11:13AM2h16
Manchester Piccadilly01:29PMLeicester
$691One-way
1 transfer
Train schedule from Manchester to Leicester
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, December 7
Transpennine Express
08:13AM2h16
Manchester Piccadilly10:29AMLeicester
1 transfer
East Midlands Railway
08:43AM2h20
Manchester Piccadilly11:03AMLeicester
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
09:13AM2h18
Manchester Piccadilly11:31AMLeicester
1 transfer
East Midlands Railway
09:46AM2h43
Manchester Piccadilly12:29PMLeicester
2 transfers
Transpennine Express
10:13AM2h16
Manchester Piccadilly12:29PMLeicester
1 transfer
East Midlands Railway
10:43AM2h19
Manchester Piccadilly01:02PMLeicester
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
11:13AM2h16
Manchester Piccadilly01:29PMLeicester
1 transfer
East Midlands Railway
11:35AM2h27
Manchester Piccadilly02:02PMLeicester
2 transfers
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Fastest train times from Manchester to Leicester
Showing times and prices for Dec 07
Fastest Journey
2 h 16 m
Average
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
119 km
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Leicester without transferring at least once.
Fastest
08:13AM2h16
Manchester Piccadilly10:29AMLeicester
$1201One-way
1 transfer
Fastest
11:13AM2h16
Manchester Piccadilly01:29PMLeicester
$691One-way
1 transfer
Fastest
10:13AM2h16
Manchester Piccadilly12:29PMLeicester
$691One-way
1 transfer
09:13AM2h18
Manchester Piccadilly11:31AMLeicester
$691One-way
1 transfer
10:43AM2h19
Manchester Piccadilly01:02PMLeicester
$881One-way
1 transfer
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Overview: Train from Manchester to Leicester
 Distance | 74 miles (119 km) |
|---|---|
 Average train duration | 2 h 43 min |
 Average train ticket price | $42 (€37) |
 Train frequency | 44 a day |
 Direct train | No |
 Train providers | East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail or West Midlands Railway |
Trains from Manchester to Leicester cover the 74 miles (119 km) long route taking on average 2 h 43 min with our travel partners like East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail or West Midlands Railway. Normally, there are 44 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $42 (€37), but the average price of train tickets is $42 (€37). Travelers depart most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive in Leicester.
Train providers: CrossCountry and Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Leicester trains
Find the best trains to Leicester from Manchester with Omio's travel partners CrossCountry and Northern Rail (3) from $42 (€37). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.
Northern Trains is one of many publicly owned train operating companies in the United Kingdom. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Headquartered in York, Northern operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day tickets can be purchased for Northern train journeys between Manchester and Leicester. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.
Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Leicester train information:
- Average Duration: 2 h 30 min
- Northern Rail (3) frequency: 1 a day
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Leicester
FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester to Leicester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Leicester.
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Leicester can start from as little as $42 (€37) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Leicester is $42 (€37); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Manchester to Leicester train time is 2 h 43 min covering the 74 mile (119 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester to Leicester leaves at 7: 13 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Manchester to Leicester leaves at 7: 43 PM.
There are 44 trains a day from Manchester to Leicester which require at least one change with East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail or West Midlands Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Leicester. Take the fast train with East Midlands Railway from Manchester to Leicester.
For the best Manchester to Leicester train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail or West Midlands Railway. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Leicester from Manchester to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 43 PM.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0.5 miles (766 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leicester, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
A trip to Leicester from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 43 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Leicester by train is April.
Yes, you can take a bus from Manchester to Leicester.
Important Stations and Airports for this connection
Manchester
Leicester
The major railway station for departures from Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey to Leicester from Manchester.
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Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Manchester Airport
Amenities at station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityPublic transit options for Manchester Airport
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
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ParkingAccessibility
Address
Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WYPublic transit options for Manchester Victoria
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
Amenities at station
ParkingAccessibilityPublic transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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