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Cheap Train Tickets from Leicester to Cardiff

For a train from Leicester to Cardiff, you’ll get fares as low as £18.40* by purchasing advance tickets, with an average fare of approximately £27.54. To ensure the most cost-effective train journey, it is advisable to book in advance and avoid peak times. For more options regarding cheap train tickets, please check our train ticket calendar.

Leicester to Cardiff Live Train Timetable

Check out trains from Leicester to Cardiff today (27 Jul 2024) using our timetable below, including train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. You can view the full day or a different day train timetable here.

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DepartsArrivesStatusDurationOperator

05:48

Leicester

10:27

Cardiff Central

On time

4h 39m

CrossCountry
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05:51

Leicester

09:26

Cardiff Central

On time

3h 35m

East Midlands Railway
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07:11

Leicester

11:25

Cardiff Central

On time

4h 14m

CrossCountry
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07:25

Leicester

11:25

Cardiff Central

On time

4h 0m

East Midlands Railway
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08:00

Leicester

12:26

Cardiff Central

On time

4h 26m

CrossCountry
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08:35

Leicester

12:26

Cardiff Central

On time

3h 51m

East Midlands Railway
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09:00

Leicester

13:25

Cardiff Central

On time

4h 25m

CrossCountry
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09:38

Leicester

13:25

Cardiff Central

On time

3h 47m

East Midlands Railway
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Leicester to Cardiff Train Journey Information

Experience seamless journey planning from Leicester to Cardiff. Explore the earliest and latest train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and pricing options to optimise your trip.

First train
05:48
Last train
19:00
Departure station
Leicester
Arrival station
Cardiff
Distance
190KM
Journey time
From 3h 31m
Price
From £18.40
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains

Leicester to Cardiff Train Travel Guide

Travelling by train from Leicester to Cardiff provides passengers with a convenient and efficient way to commute or explore, ensuring timely arrivals. For a flawless travel experience, please consult our Train Journey Planner.

Plan Your Train Journey

The train from Leicester to Cardiff takes approximately 3h 31m. There are an average of 28 trains per day running from Leicester to Cardiff. The first train departs at 05:48, while the last train leaves at 19:00. For more details, please refer to our Train Journey Planner and Timetable.

Book Cheap Train Tickets

You can travel from Leicester to Cardiff with Split Ticket and Advance tickets. The average fare is about £27.54, with the cheapest fare at £18.40*. Besides, you can book cheap tickets on off-peak time, which usually begin at 09:30. (Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00). Accurate ticket prices vary depending on the time of day, route, and class selected.

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