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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Manchester
Cheapest price on Sep 14
€38
Average ticket price on Sep 14
€75
Fastest journey on Sep 14
1 h 56 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
2 h
Trains on Sep 14
19
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Manchester will cost around €75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
It's difficult to get from Leicester to Manchester without transferring at least once.
G66942 · G6673010:16 AM2h43Leicester station (LEI)12:59 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€381One-way1 transfer- G00956 · G008559:50 AM2h39Leicester station (LEI)12:29 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€431One-way1 transfer
W70948 · C21335+G667218:38 AM2h21Leicester station (LEI)10:59 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€511One-way2 transfers- G00952 · G008497:50 AM2h39Leicester station (LEI)10:29 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€551One-way1 transfer
- G01046 · G667218:18 AM2h41Leicester station (LEI)10:59 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€551One-way1 transfer
- C21769+
W846679:09 AM1h56Leicester station (LEI)11:05 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€801One-way1 transfer 
W34021+G669377:22 AM1h57Leicester station (LEI)9:19 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1091One-way1 transfer- W34070+G010468:18 AM2h01Leicester station (LEI)10:19 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€1091One-way1 transfer
- W34198+G6694611:18 AM2h01Leicester station (LEI)1:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€801One-way1 transfer
- W34102+G6694210:16 AM2h03Leicester station (LEI)12:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€801One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, while a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 119 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Manchester:
A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Manchester costing on average €34.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 49m.
Live departures
Leicester to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G66932+W34065 | 6:17 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h08 | 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| C21773+W84656 | 6:37 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h28 | 9:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G66937+W34021 | 7:22 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h57 | 9:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G66937 · G66716 | 7:22 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h37 | 9:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G00952 · G00849 | 7:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h39 | 10:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G01046+W34070 | 8:18 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h01 | 10:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G01046 · G66721 | 8:18 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h41 | 10:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W70948 · C21335+G66721 | 8:38 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h21 | 10:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G00955 · G00851 | 8:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h39 | 11:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| C21769+W84667 | 9:09 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h56 | 11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G66941+W34038 | 9:15 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h04 | 11:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| C21649+W84673 | 9:40 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h25 | 12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| C21649 · C21334+G00854 | 9:40 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h19 | 11:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| G00956 · G00855 | 9:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h39 | 12:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G66942+W34102 | 10:16 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h03 | 12:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G66942 · G66730 | 10:16 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h43 | 12:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W70958 · C21333+G66730 | 10:37 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h22 | 12:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W70958+W84680 | 10:37 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h28 | 1:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
| G66946+W34198 | 11:18 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h01 | 1:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Manchester
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Trains from Leicester to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Trains from Leicester to Manchester
There are trains between Leicester and Manchester every hour on this busy route operated by Cross Country, Virgin and East Midlands Trains, making it easy to travel on a flexible basis. The journey is also quick, with many trains arriving in less than two hours.
Which train companies travel from Leicester to Manchester?
Trains from Leicester Rail Station to Manchester Piccadilly are operated by Cross Country, Virgin and East Midlands Trains and each operator tends to run one service an hour. The cheapest service is run by Cross Country and mobile ticketing is available on the service for added convenience.
How long is the train from Leicester to Manchester?
The train journey from Leicester to Manchester usually has one change, either at Sheffield or Birmingham. It can be as short as one and a half hours, but most services tend to average out at two hours. Some journeys are a little longer, but few exceed two hours and 45 minutes.
How many trains are there from Leicester to Manchester?
Trains between Leicester Railway Station operate from 6:00 a.m. through to around 10:00 p.m. each day, including weekends. There are some occasions where there are two train services scheduled from different operators, so customers will find plenty of choice on this busy and well-served route.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Leicester to Manchester?
Departure train station: Leicester Railway Station was refurbished in 2012 and has an attractive open-plan layout that is designed to be accessible to all travellers. Facilities include a first class lounge, ticket facilities, a seating area, trolleys, a coffee shop and newsagent, ticket office, ATMs and easy connections to onward travel. There is a taxi rank directly outside and local parking. The city centre shops and other attractions are just a short walk away.
Arrival train station: Manchester Piccadilly is the main train station in Manchester and is located in the city centre. The station has toilets and shower rooms (with change machines for the fee), ATMs, retail and supermarket outlets, coffee shops, newsagents, seating areas, ticketing facilities and more. Passengers can make their onward journey via the taxi rank from outside the station, take the Metro which runs from underneath the train station or take a short walk to the city bus stations in Piccadilly Gardens.
FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Leicester to Manchester
Most Leicester to Manchester trains use the Leicester to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Manchester leave from?
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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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