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Southend Airport to Leicester by train
| First train | 06:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:56 | |
| Departure station | Southend Airport | |
| Arrival station | Leicester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 38m | |
| Distance | 107 miles (172 km) | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
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Taking the train from Southend Airport to Leicester in 2 hours 38 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Southend Airport to Leicester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 46 minutes to travel the 107 miles (172 km) from Southend Airport to Leicester by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 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 Southend Airport to Leicester 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 Leicester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Southend Airport to Leicester
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Southend Airport to Leicester is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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