4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Slough to Leicester
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Slough to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Slough to Leicester will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 3 trains that leave Slough for Leicester on Thu, May 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 14 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.
10:33 AM2h12Slough12:45 PMLeicester$431One-way0 transfers- 9:32 AM2h13Slough11:45 AMLeicester$441One-way0 transfers
- 9:51 AM2h14Slough12:05 PMLeicester$591One-way0 transfers
- 10:33 AM2h12Slough12:45 PMLeicester$431One-way0 transfers
- 9:32 AM2h13Slough11:45 AMLeicester$441One-way0 transfers
- 9:51 AM2h14Slough12:05 PMLeicester$591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Slough to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Slough to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. 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 $11, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$57 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Slough to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Slough to Leicester trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:51 AM Slough | 2h26 | 11:17 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:08 AM Slough | 2h28 | 11:36 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:31 AM Slough | 2h15 | 11:46 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:32 AM Slough | 2h13 | 11:45 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Slough to Leicester
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Trains from Slough to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 4:17 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Slough to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Slough and Leicester from $11 (€9). 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 Slough to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slough 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 Slough to Leicester
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
- The Moon and Spoon
- The Red Lion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
- Moxy Slough
- Travelodge Slough
- Located in the main hall
- 36 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Great Western Railway services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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