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Leicester to Edenbridge Town by train

First train

05:02

Last train

21:56

Departure station

Leicester

Arrival station

Edenbridge Town

Journey time

From 2h 30m

Distance

111 miles (179 km)

Frequency

5 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern

Taking the train from Leicester to Edenbridge Town in 2 hours 30 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Leicester to Edenbridge Town? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 3 hours 46 minutes to travel the 111 miles (179 km) from Leicester to Edenbridge Town by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 30 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 5 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 East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or Southern to Edenbridge Town. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Leicester to Edenbridge Town in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 Edenbridge Town by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Leicester to Edenbridge Town? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Leicester to Edenbridge Town take?

The average journey time by train between Leicester and Edenbridge Town is 3 hours and 46 minutes, with around 5 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Leicester and Edenbridge Town by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Leicester to Edenbridge Town is 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Leicester to Edenbridge Town?

No, there are no direct train services from Leicester to Edenbridge Town. Travelling from Leicester to Edenbridge Town by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Leicester to Edenbridge Town leave?

The first train from Leicester to Edenbridge Town leaves at 05:02. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Leicester to Edenbridge Town leave?

The last train from Leicester to Edenbridge Town leaves at 21:56. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Leicester and Edenbridge Town by train?

Trains travelling from Leicester to Edenbridge Town cover a distance of around 111 miles (179 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Edenbridge Town

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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