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It takes an average of 4h 46m to travel from Hythe (Essex) to Leicester by train, over a distance of around 101 miles (162 km). There are normally 9 trains per day travelling from Hythe (Essex) to Leicester and tickets for this journey start from £26.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:32 | |
| Departure station | Hythe (Essex) | |
| Arrival station | Leicester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 59m | |
| Distance | 101 miles (162 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £26.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Hythe (Essex) to Leicester in 2 hours 59 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Hythe (Essex) to Leicester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 46 minutes to travel the 101 miles (162 km) from Hythe (Essex) to Leicester by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 9 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Leicester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Hythe (Essex) to Leicester in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £26.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Leicester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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The price of train tickets from Hythe (Essex) to Leicester starts at £26.50 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.