The average train between Leicester and Newtown takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Leicester to Newtown. 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 every 4 hours between Leicester and Newtown. The earliest departure is at 7:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Newtown at 8:03 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Newtown? 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 Newtown. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Newtown station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.
Leicester to Newtown train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Newtown train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newtown (Powys) station.
Book your Leicester to Newtown train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Leicester and Newtown is 148.1 km. The road distance is 185 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Newtown (Powys) via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 41m.