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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
45
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
It's difficult to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester without transferring at least once.
7:49 AM1h39Stoke-on-trent9:28 AMLeicester$391One-way1 transfer- 8:49 AM1h40Stoke-on-trent10:29 AMLeicester$391One-way1 transfer
- 9:49 AM1h42Stoke-on-trent11:31 AMLeicester$391One-way1 transfer
- 10:49 AM1h41Stoke-on-trent12:30 PMLeicester$391One-way1 transfer
- 11:49 AM1h38Stoke-on-trent1:27 PMLeicester$391One-way1 transfer
11:10 AM1h00Stoke-on-trent12:10 PMLeicester$1371One-way1 transfer- 12:10 PM1h00Stoke-on-trent1:10 PMLeicester$1371One-way1 transfer
- 1:10 PM1h00Stoke-on-trent2:10 PMLeicester$1371One-way1 transfer
- 2:10 PM1h00Stoke-on-trent3:10 PMLeicester$1371One-way1 transfer
- 3:10 PM1h00Stoke-on-trent4:10 PMLeicester$1371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 13m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 17m by train vs 1h 20m by car). Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $22 (€18) 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.
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester
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Trains from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 21:49. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 9:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Newcastle-under-Lyme and Leicester from $15 (€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 Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle-under-Lyme 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 Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester
Most Newcastle-under-Lyme to Leicester trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Newcastle-under-Lyme and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains from Newcastle-under-Lyme 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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