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It takes an average of 4h 27m to travel from Maidstone West to Leicester by train, over a distance of around 117 miles (189 km). There are normally 59 trains per day travelling from Maidstone West to Leicester and tickets for this journey start from £40.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:59 | |
| Departure station | Maidstone West | |
| Arrival station | Leicester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 15m | |
| Distance | 117 miles (189 km) | |
| Frequency | 59 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £40.10 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink |
Travelling from Maidstone West to Leicester by train
Looking to travel from Maidstone West to Leicester by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 27 minutes to travel from Maidstone West to Leicester by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 15 minutes though. You'll usually find 59 trains per day running along the 117 miles (189 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Leicester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or Southeastern to get to Leicester. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Maidstone West to Leicester in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £40.10.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Maidstone West to Leicester?
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
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.