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Explore cheap prices from Leeds to Leicester

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Leeds to Leicester, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

£12.40

Fri23May

£14.30

Sat24May

£4.90

Sun25May

£14.30

Mon26May

£14.30

Tue27May

£14.30

Wed28May

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Thu29May

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Leeds to Leicester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Leeds to Leicester, starting from £4.90 and averaging £15.00. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 49m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Fri, May 23
From £12.40
Sat, May 24
From £14.30
Sun, May 25
From £4.90
Mon, May 26
From £14.30
Tue, May 27
From £14.30
Wed, May 28
From £14.30
Thu, May 29

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
02:46 Leeds	07:12 Leicester	4h 26m, No direct	Find Tickets
02:46 Leeds	07:29 Leicester	4h 43m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:05 Leeds	07:49 Leicester	2h 44m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:05 Leeds	08:49 Leicester	2h 44m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:11 Leeds	08:00 Leicester	1h 49m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:49 Leeds	09:49 Paris	3h 0m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Leeds to Leicester train route details

First train

02:46

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Leeds

Arrival station

Leicester

Journey time

1h 49m

Distance

83 miles

Price

£4.90*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Leeds to Leicester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Leeds to Leicester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Leeds to Leicester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Leeds to Leicester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Leeds to Leicester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Leeds to Leicester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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