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Compare bus and train for Basildon to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basildon to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $51.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 18m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (2h 16m by train vs 2h 23m by car). Tickets start at around $72 (€59) compared to roughly $45 (€37) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basildon to Leicester
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Trains from Basildon to Leicester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 4:41 AM |
Last train 9:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Basildon to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Basildon and Leicester from $51 (€42). 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 Basildon to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basildon 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 Basildon to Leicester
Most Basildon to Leicester trains use the Basildon to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Basildon and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basildon station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Basildon from Basildon city centre
Basildon train station facilities and services
Basildon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Beehive, The Edge Basildon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basildon. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basildon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basildon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basildon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basildon: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Basildon, Premier Inn Basildon South Hotel, Travelodge Basildon.
Getting to Laindon from Basildon city centre
Laindon is 2 km from Basildon city centre. Public transport options include:
Laindon train station facilities and services
Laindon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Laindon. ATMs are available at Laindon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Laindon. Information desks are information available from staff: 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 Laindon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Laindon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Laindon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is available from the street level to all platforms, 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.
Which Leicester station do trains from Basildon 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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