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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Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
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05:48 Leicester | 10:27 Cardiff Central | On time | 4h 39m | CrossCountry | Find tickets | |
05:51 Leicester | 09:26 Cardiff Central | On time | 3h 35m | East Midlands Railway | Find tickets | |
07:11 Leicester | 11:25 Cardiff Central | On time | 4h 14m | CrossCountry | Find tickets | |
07:25 Leicester | 11:25 Cardiff Central | On time | 4h 0m | East Midlands Railway | Find tickets | |
08:00 Leicester | 12:26 Cardiff Central | On time | 4h 26m | CrossCountry | Find tickets | |
08:35 Leicester | 12:26 Cardiff Central | On time | 3h 51m | East Midlands Railway | Find tickets | |
09:00 Leicester | 13:25 Cardiff Central | On time | 4h 25m | CrossCountry | Find tickets | |
09:38 Leicester | 13:25 Cardiff Central | On time | 3h 47m | East Midlands Railway | Find tickets |
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 |
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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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