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It takes an average of 4h 41m to travel from York to Leicester by train, over a distance of around 92 miles (148 km). There are normally 109 trains per day travelling from York to Leicester and tickets for this journey start from £21.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:39 | |
| Departure station | York | |
| Arrival station | Leicester | |
| Journey time | From 1h 51m | |
| Distance | 92 miles (148 km) | |
| Frequency | 109 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £21.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway |
Taking the train from York to Leicester in 1 hour 51 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from York to Leicester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 41 minutes to travel the 92 miles (148 km) from York to Leicester by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 51 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 109 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to Leicester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from York to Leicester in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £21.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Leicester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from York to Leicester?
Want to know more about your journey from York to Leicester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from York to Leicester?
The price of train tickets from York to Leicester starts at £21.60 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.