The average train between Leicester and Cwmbran takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester to Cwmbran. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Leicester and Cwmbran. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Cwmbran at 7:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Cwmbran? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Cwmbran. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Cwmbran station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.
Leicester to Cwmbran train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Cwmbran train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.
Book your Leicester to Cwmbran train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Leicester and Cwmbran is 169.2 km. The road distance is 229 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Cwmbran via Birmingham New Street and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 1m.