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Manchester to Leicester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Leicester, starting from £4.45 and averaging £16.00. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 9m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, Aug 10
From £9.30
Mon, Aug 11
From £4.45
Tue, Aug 12
From £10.50
Wed, Aug 13
From £9.70
Thu, Aug 14
From £9.85
Fri, Aug 15
From £9.70
Sat, Aug 16
From £4.63

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
17:30 Manchester Piccadilly	19:51 Leicester	2h 21m, No direct	Find Tickets
18:16 Manchester Piccadilly	20:57 Leicester	2h 41m, No direct	Find Tickets
18:25 Manchester Piccadilly	21:10 Leicester	2h 45m, No direct	Find Tickets
18:30 Manchester Piccadilly	20:51 Leicester	2h 21m, No direct	Find Tickets
19:16 Manchester Piccadilly	21:35 Leicester	2h 19m, No direct	Find Tickets
19:25 Manchester Piccadilly	22:48 Paris	3h 23m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester to Leicester train route details

First train

08:12

Last train

23:44

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Leicester

Journey time

2h 9m

Distance

75 miles

Price

£4.45*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester 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 Manchester 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Manchester 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Leicester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Manchester to Leicester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Leicester train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Manchester to Leicester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak 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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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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