4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barking to Leicester
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barking to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barking to Leicester will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 2 trains that leave Barking for Leicester on Thu, Jul 09, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:59 AM2h18Barking11:17 AMLeicester$471One-way0 transfers- 7:59 AM2h18Barking10:17 AMLeicester$491One-way0 transfers
- 8:59 AM2h18Barking11:17 AMLeicester$471One-way0 transfers
- 7:59 AM2h18Barking10:17 AMLeicester$491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Barking to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barking to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barking to Leicester:
A bus is $47 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barking to Leicester costing on average $56 (€46).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 37m.
The journey is about 20m faster (1h 52m by train vs 2h 12m by car) and roughly $0.96 (€0.79) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($56 (€46) vs $57 (€47)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Barking to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Barking to Leicester trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:57 PM Barking | 2h11 | 8:08 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 9 | |||||
| 7:59 AM Barking | 2h18 | 10:17 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:59 AM Barking | 2h18 | 11:17 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barking to Leicester
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Trains from Barking to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (148 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 4:37 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Barking to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Barking and Leicester from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barking to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barking 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barking to Leicester
Most Barking to Leicester trains use the Barking to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Barking and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barking station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Barking from Barking city centre
Barking train station facilities and services
Barking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Barking. ATMs are available at Barking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barking. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barking: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barking: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Lift from Platform Level to Concourse Level on Platform 1. Please use the help point to call for staff assistance to/from street level. Use subways between other platforms to reach Platform 1, Accessible taxis: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Barking Riverside from Barking city centre
Barking Riverside is 2 km from Barking city centre. Public transport options include:
Barking Riverside train station facilities and services
Barking Riverside has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barking Riverside.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Barking Riverside.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barking Riverside: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Barking Riverside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barking Riverside.
Which Leicester station do trains from Barking arrive at?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: 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.
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