The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberystwyth to Leicester
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
201 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberystwyth to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberystwyth to Leicester will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Aberystwyth for Leicester on Sat, Nov 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct trains cover the 201 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 32 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Aberystwyth to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberystwyth to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €30.
Distance: 201 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€88 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberystwyth to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberystwyth to Leicester trains for today, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:19 AM Aberystwyth | 4h33 | 8:52 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberystwyth to Leicester
Trains from Aberystwyth to Leicester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 18:50. The fastest train covers the 201 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 201 km |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 18:50 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Aberystwyth to Leicester trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Aberystwyth and Leicester from €27. 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 Aberystwyth to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberystwyth 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 Aberystwyth to Leicester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 17:40 Saturday 07:15 - 17:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Access to the station platform is possible via a short accessible ramp with handrails or four steps with handrails.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located within the Main Station Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located within the Main Station Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at side of the station opposite the station taxi rank
- 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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