Train from Leicester to Manchester: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Leicester to Manchester on December 11
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Leicester
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Leicester
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Leicester
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Leicester
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Leicester
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Leicester to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 50mAverage Duration
74 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$12 - $79Average Duration7h 35m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$61 - $208Average Duration2h 28m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$17 - $17Average Duration2h 50m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leicester to Manchester by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Leicester to Manchester?

    The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Manchester start from $61. The average price for this train route is around $62. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Leicester to Manchester?

    The average train ride duration from Leicester to Manchester is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 75 miles (120 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 21m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.

  3. Which train operators service the Leicester to Manchester route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leicester to Manchester?

    The earliest train departs from Leicester to Manchester at 7:07am. And the latest train departs at 7:50pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Leicester to Manchester?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester to Manchester?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Leicester to Manchester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leicester to Manchester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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