Trains tickets from Cheltenham to Leicester

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Cheltenham
    Departure location: Cheltenham Spa
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Cheltenham
    Departure location: Cheltenham Spa
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Cheltenham
    Departure location: Cheltenham Spa
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Cheltenham
    Departure location: Cheltenham Spa
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Cheltenham
    Departure location: Cheltenham Spa
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cheltenham to Leicester.

Bus
Average Price$23 - $51Average Duration7h 20m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$33 - $217Average Duration2h 2m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Cheltenham to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 2 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
2h 2mAverage Duration
$33Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cheltenham to Leicester: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$90
Average train trip duration2h 2m
Number of daily trains11
Earliest train departure7:10am
Distance66 miles (105 km)
Latest train departure8:59pm

Cheltenham to Leicester Train

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$46
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Leicester was searched and found on Aug 31, 2025 with a price of $46

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

You can expect to pay from $46 to $208 for a train ticket from Cheltenham to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2025-08-31.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Cheltenham to Leicester is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Leicester you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Cheltenham and Leicester, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Cheltenham to Leicester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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