East Midlands Railway
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Trains to Leicester from Elmers End
| First train | 14:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:53 | |
| Departure station | Elmers End | |
| Arrival station | Leicester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 12m | |
| Distance | 97 miles (156 km) | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £26.10 | |
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Travel by train from Elmers End to Leicester
Looking to travel from Elmers End to Leicester by train? You've come to the right place!
Generally, the train from Elmers End to Leicester takes around 2 hours 35 minutes, but can take just 2 hours 12 minutes on the fastest services. There are up to 0 trains per day from Elmers End to Leicester.
You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Trains on this route are operated by East Midlands Railway, Southeastern and Thameslink.
Book your ticket from £26.10 for this journey. Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
Train tickets from Elmers End to Leicester start at £26.10§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
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4. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
5. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
6. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Elmers End to Leicester is right for you.
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§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.