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London Charing Cross to Leicester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from London Charing Cross to Leicester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as DKK 168.36, with average prices for this route around DKK 168.36.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
22:21 3h 6m, Direct London Charing Cross	01:27 +1 Leicester		Find Tickets
22:52 2h 52m, Direct London Charing Cross	01:44 +1 Leicester		Find Tickets
23:48 7h 30m, Changes required London Charing Cross	07:18 +1 Leicester		Find Tickets
23:59 6h 39m, Changes required London Charing Cross	06:38 +1 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

London Charing Cross to Leicester Train Route Details

First train

05:52

Last train

23:59

Departure station

London Charing Cross

Arrival station

Leicester

Journey time

1h 41m

Distance

143 km

Price

DKK 168.36*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Charing Cross to Leicester

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between London Charing Cross and Leicester, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Charing Cross to Leicester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Charing Cross to Leicester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London Charing Cross to Leicester train ticket types

Save money on your trip from London Charing Cross to Leicester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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