4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Leicester
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€66
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Leicester will cost around €66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 4 trains that leave Norwich for Leicester on Mon, Nov 10, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 10 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
On Mon, Nov 10 the slowest trains will take 3 h 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 Norwich to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. 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 €18, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 164 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€60 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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
Norwich to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Leicester trains for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:55 AM Norwich | 2h54 | 11:49 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:56 AM Norwich | 2h53 | 12:49 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:03 AM Norwich | 2h46 | 12:49 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Leicester
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Trains from Norwich to Leicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 21:19 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains from Norwich to Leicester trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Norwich and Leicester from €18. 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 Norwich to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Norwich, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leicester, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Norwich to Leicester
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket 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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