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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Leicester
Cheapest price on Oct 27
€29
Average ticket price on Oct 27
€78
Fastest journey on Oct 27
2 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
2 h 48 m
Trains on Oct 27
11
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Leicester will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Leicester without transferring at least once.
C04350 · C216548:51 AM3h12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:03 PMLeicester station (LEI)€291One-way1 transfer
W84670+W707939:19 AM3h11Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:30 PMLeicester station (LEI)€321One-way1 transfer- W84665+C216598:19 AM3h11Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:30 AMLeicester station (LEI)€401One-way1 transfer
- W84670+
W33902+
G008129:19 AM2h51Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)€881One-way2 transfers 
C16925 · C17837+G666279:12 AM2h39Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:51 AMLeicester station (LEI)€881One-way2 transfers
- C16925 · C17837+G666279:12 AM2h39Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:51 AMLeicester station (LEI)€881One-way2 transfers
- C16920 · C17854+G666248:10 AM2h41Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:51 AMLeicester station (LEI)€1021One-way2 transfers
- W84670+W33902+G008129:19 AM2h51Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)€881One-way2 transfers
- W84665+W33893+G008088:19 AM2h52Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:11 AMLeicester station (LEI)€1021One-way2 transfers
- C16925+G008129:12 AM2h58Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:10 PMLeicester station (LEI)€881One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Liverpool to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C16920 · C17854+G66624 | 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h41 | 10:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| C16920+G00808 | 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h01 | 11:11 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| W84665+W33893+G00808 | 8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h52 | 11:11 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W84665+C21659 | 8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h11 | 11:30 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C16923+G66627 | 8:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h18 | 11:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C04350 · C21654 | 8:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h12 | 12:03 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C16925+G00812 | 9:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 12:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C16925 · C17837+G66627 | 9:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h39 | 11:51 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W84670+W33902+G00812 | 9:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h51 | 12:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
| W84670+W70793 | 9:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h11 | 12:30 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
| C16927+G00789 | 9:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h17 | 12:50 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Leicester
Most Liverpool to Leicester trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Wavertree Technology Park from Liverpool city centre
Wavertree Technology Park is 3 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Wavertree Technology Park train station facilities and services
Wavertree Technology Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wavertree Technology Park.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wavertree Technology Park: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wavertree Technology Park.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Leicester station do trains from Liverpool 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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