Slough to Leicester train with East Midlands Trains

Fri, Nov 14
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Slough to Leicester

Showing times and prices for Nov 15

Cheapest price

€36

Average price

€55

Fastest journey

2 h 13 m

Average duration

2 h 44 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

131 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Slough to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Slough to Leicester will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Slough for Leicester on Sat, Nov 15, 5 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 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .

On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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.

East Midlands Trains
04:52AM3h19
Slough
08:11AMLeicester
361One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
07:02AM2h59
Slough
10:01AMLeicester
411One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
07:32AM2h13
Slough
09:45AMLeicester
471One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
08:32AM2h55
Slough
11:27AMLeicester
481One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
04:51PM2h14
Slough
07:05PMLeicester
1051One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Slough to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Slough to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. 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 €11, and a train costs an average of €13.

Distance: 131 km

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Train
Most popular
Bus

€58

Average price

€15

Average price

Cheapest

2h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 49m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 27m

Average total duration

2h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

East Midlands Trains

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Slough to Leicester train times

The table below shows live departures for Slough to Leicester trains for today, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 2:02 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
east_midlands_railway5:23 AM Slough
2h25
7:48 AM Leicester0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway7:53 AM Slough
2h24
10:17 AM Leicester0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway8:08 AM Slough
2h28
10:36 AM Leicester0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway8:31 AM Slough
2h15
10:46 AM Leicester0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway9:59 AM Slough
2h07
12:06 PM Leicester0 transfersDirect

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Compare prices and tickets Slough to Leicester by bus or train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Slough to Leicester

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Trains from Slough to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 2h 7m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11
Distance
131 km
Average train duration
1h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
€13
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 7m
First train
04:17
Last train
22:52
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11

Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Slough to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Slough and Leicester from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
€13
East Midlands Trains frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Slough to Leicester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slough 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Slough to Leicester can start from as little as €24 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Slough to Leicester is €60; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Slough to Leicester train time is 2 h 13 min   covering the 130 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Slough to Leicester leaves at 02: 43. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Slough to Leicester leaves at 22: 52.
There are 6 trains a day from Slough to Leicester which require at least one change with East Midlands Trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Leicester. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Slough to Leicester.
For the best Slough to Leicester train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with East Midlands Trains. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Slough to Leicester to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 52.
A trip to Leicester from Slough is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 13 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Slough to Leicester is June.
You have options as you can travel between Slough and Leicester 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Slough to Leicester

Slough
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Slough is Slough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Slough for your trip from Slough to Leicester.
SloughWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
5
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
Dining
Dining
  • The Moon and Spoon
  • The Red Lion
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • £0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
  • Moxy Slough
  • Travelodge Slough
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 36 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Slough
  • Train: Great Western Railway services
  • Bus: Several local bus services available

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