How much is the train ticket from Bristol to Leicester?

The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Leicester start from $49. The average price for this train route is around $81. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bristol to Leicester?

The average train ride duration from Bristol to Leicester is 2h 36m, covering a distance of 98 miles (158 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 23m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Bristol to Leicester route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bristol to Leicester?

The earliest train departs from Bristol to Leicester at 7:09am. And the latest train departs at 6:09pm.

Train Bristol to Leicester from $53

Next train departures

Next departures for Bristol to Leicester on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:09pm	Bristol Parkway	2h 43m	6:52pm	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	3:42pm	Bristol Parkway	2h 23m	6:05pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	2h 43m	9:52am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	2h 43m	9:52am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	2h 31m	10:13am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Leicester on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	2h 41m	9:50am	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	2h 28m	10:10am	Leicester	Fastest
Train	8:09am	Bristol Parkway	2h 42m	10:51am	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:42am	Bristol Parkway	2h 28m	11:10am	Leicester	No tags
Train	9:09am	Bristol Parkway	2h 42m	11:51am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Leicester on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:09am	Bristol Parkway	2h 42m	11:51am	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	3:42pm	Bristol Parkway	2h 23m	6:05pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	2h 43m	9:52am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	2h 43m	9:52am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	2h 31m	10:13am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Leicester on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	2h 43m	9:52am	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	3:42pm	Bristol Parkway	2h 23m	6:05pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	2h 43m	9:52am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	2h 31m	10:13am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	2h 31m	10:13am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Leicester on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	2h 43m	9:52am	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	3:42pm	Bristol Parkway	2h 23m	6:05pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	2h 43m	9:52am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	2h 31m	10:13am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	2h 31m	10:13am	Leicester	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:34 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol to Leicester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

103 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $68	Average Duration7h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $354	Average Duration2h 36m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $28	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $49

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bristol to Leicester by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Bristol to Leicester?
The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Leicester start from $49. The average price for this train route is around $81. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bristol to Leicester?
The average train ride duration from Bristol to Leicester is 2h 36m, covering a distance of 98 miles (158 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 23m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Bristol to Leicester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bristol to Leicester?
The earliest train departs from Bristol to Leicester at 7:09am. And the latest train departs at 6:09pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/09

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12/10

$54

Today

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12/12

$77

12/13

$69

12/14

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12/15

$61

12/16

$53

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Leicester was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $53

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bristol to Leicester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $53 to $337 for a train ticket from Bristol to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-12-16.