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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ashford to Leicester
Showing times and prices for Jan 21
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$117
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
216 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ashford to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ashford to Leicester will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Ashford to Leicester without transferring at least once.
05:10AM1h55
Ashford07:05AMLeicester
$1171One-way
1 transfer
05:44AM2h05
Ashford07:49AMLeicester
$1171One-way
1 transfer
06:13AM1h55
Ashford08:08AMLeicester
$1171One-way
1 transfer
06:46AM1h52
Ashford08:38AMLeicester
$1171One-way
1 transfer
07:16AM1h52
Ashford09:08AMLeicester
$1171One-way
1 transfer
01:16PM1h48
Ashford03:04PMLeicester
$1171One-way
1 transfer
12:16PM1h49
Ashford02:05PMLeicester
$1171One-way
1 transfer
02:16PM1h49
Ashford04:05PMLeicester
$1171One-way
1 transfer
03:16PM1h49
Ashford05:05PMLeicester
$1171One-way
1 transfer
08:16PM1h49
Ashford10:05PMLeicester
$1171One-way
1 transfer
Live departures
Ashford to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Ashford to Leicester trains for today, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 1:28 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:41 AM Ashford | 2h05 | 10:46 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Ashford to Leicester trains with Omio?
East Midlands Trains as well as Southeastern offer trains services from Ashford to Leicester. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Ashford to Leicester.
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Ashford to Leicester.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While East Midlands Trains tickets can be bought on East Midlands Trains's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Southeastern to help you choose the right option for your journey from Ashford to Leicester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ashford to Leicester
United KingdomUnited KingdomTrain Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Ashford to Leicester start from as low as $64 (€52) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $67 (€54) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 6 daily trains from Ashford to Leicester with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 2h 5m but the average duration is 1h 52m
Train Operators
- Travel from Ashford to Leicester with East Midlands Trains and Southeastern
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is East Midlands Trains.
- High-speed trains are available.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Ashford International (AFK) and arrive in Leicester station (LEI)
- First train typically departs at 04:44 AM and the last at 10:40 PM
Distance 134 miles (216 km) |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 22:40 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Southeastern from Ashford to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains, Southeastern trains will get you between Ashford and Leicester from $64 (€52). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 5m
Cheapest Price
$48 (€38)
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Price
$118 (€95)
Southeastern frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Trains from Ashford to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ashford to Leicester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Ashford to Leicester can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $64 (€52), while the average price is around $67 (€54).
The train from Ashford to Leicester takes 2h 5m and runs 6 per day.
The distance by train from Ashford to Leicester is 134 miles (216 km).
The first train from Ashford to Leicester leaves at 4:44 AM.
The last train from Ashford to Leicester leaves at 10:40 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Ashford to Leicester.
There is no direct train service currently available from Ashford to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Ashford to Leicester.
The train station in Ashford that goes to Leicester is Ashford International (AFK), which connects to Leicester station (LEI).
The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Leicester is by train, with a cost of around $64 (€52).
The train journey from Ashford to Leicester offers a mix of urban and rural views, with stretches through the Kent countryside, glimpses of historical towns, and scenic landscapes as you travel through the English Midlands.
A day trip from Ashford to Leicester is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 5m and the frequency is 6 times per day for trains. The distance is 134 miles (216 km).
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Leicester's main attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre.
Yes, you can take the train from Ashford to Leicester.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ashford to Leicester
Ashford
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Ashford is Ashford International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ashford International for your trip from Ashford to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 21:30 Sunday 06:00 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Car Park A
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: These are located in the booking hall on the domestic side of the station. They are also located in the subway adjacent to the gateline on the international side of the station.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platforms- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: on platform 1/2 there is a heated waiting room on platform 5/6 there is a heated waiting shelter The Station has a range of perch and standard height seating on all platforms.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: behind bus stop front of station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Ashford International
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt outside the booking hall.
The major train station for arrivals in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your journey to Leicester from Ashford.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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