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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester to Leicester, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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AED 55.23
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AED 55.23
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AED 38.04
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AED 39.00
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AED 51.36
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AED 41.91
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AED 55.23
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Manchester to Leicester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Leicester, starting from AED 38.04 and averaging AED 322.97. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 35m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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18:03
2h 49m, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
20:52
Leicester
CrossCountry
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18:25
2h 50m, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
21:15
Leicester
CrossCountry
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18:35
1h 39m, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
20:14
Leicester
Avanti West CoastCrossCountry
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18:43
2h 20m, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
21:03
Leicester
East Midlands Railway
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19:03
2h 48m, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
21:51
Leicester
CrossCountry
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19:15
2h, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
21:15
Paris
Avanti West CoastCrossCountry
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Manchester to Leicester Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:29
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Leicester
Journey time
Journey time
1h 35m
Distance
Distance
120 km
Price
Price
AED 38.04*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Leicester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester to Leicester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Leicester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester to Leicester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Leicester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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