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The cheapest and fastest trains from Croydon to Leicester
Showing times and prices for Mar 26
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
156 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Croydon to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Croydon to Leicester will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Croydon to Leicester without transferring at least once.
04:40AM1h55
Croydon06:35AMLeicester
$791One-way
1 transfer
05:10AM1h55
Croydon07:05AMLeicester
$791One-way
1 transfer
06:01AM1h47
Croydon07:48AMLeicester
$791One-way
1 transfer
06:21AM1h47
Croydon08:08AMLeicester
$791One-way
1 transfer
06:31AM1h51
Croydon08:22AMLeicester
$791One-way
1 transfer
07:24AM1h44
Croydon09:08AMLeicester
$791One-way
1 transfer
07:54AM1h44
Croydon09:38AMLeicester
$791One-way
1 transfer
06:51AM1h46
Croydon08:37AMLeicester
$791One-way
1 transfer
07:01AM1h46
Croydon08:47AMLeicester
$791One-way
1 transfer
06:01AM1h47
Croydon07:48AMLeicester
$791One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Croydon to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Croydon to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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$83 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Croydon to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Croydon to Leicester trains for today, Wednesday, March 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 9:40 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:01 PM Croydon | 1h43 | 1:44 PM Leicester | 1 transfer | |
| 12:21 PM Croydon | 1h44 | 2:05 PM Leicester | 1 transfer | |
| 12:31 PM Croydon | 1h45 | 2:16 PM Leicester | 1 transfer | |
| 12:51 PM Croydon | 1h44 | 2:35 PM Leicester | 1 transfer | |
| 1:01 PM Croydon | 1h44 | 2:45 PM Leicester | 1 transfer | |
| 4:40 AM Croydon | 1h55 | 6:35 AM Leicester | 1 transfer | |
| 5:10 AM Croydon | 1h55 | 7:05 AM Leicester | 1 transfer | |
| 6:01 AM Croydon | 1h47 | 7:48 AM Leicester | 1 transfer | |
| 6:21 AM Croydon | 1h47 | 8:08 AM Leicester | 1 transfer | |
| 6:31 AM Croydon | 1h51 | 8:22 AM Leicester | 1 transfer | |
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East Midlands Railway as well as Thameslink offer trains services from Croydon to Leicester.
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Croydon to Leicester?
The best time to book your train from Croydon to Leicester is 7 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Croydon to Leicester route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Croydon to Leicester per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Croydon to Leicester.
Trains
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Overview: Train from Croydon to Leicester
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Trains from Croydon to Leicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 1h 56m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€7)
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 04:09 |
Last train 22:52 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€7)
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink from Croydon to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Croydon and Leicester from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
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
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
$41 (€34)
East Midlands Railway 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
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 43m
Cheapest Price
$73 (€59)
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Croydon to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Croydon 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 Croydon to Leicester can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $41 (€34), while the average price is around $83 (€67).
The train from Croydon to Leicester takes 1h 56m and runs 4 per day.
The first train from Croydon to Leicester leaves at 4:09 AM.
The distance by train from Croydon to Leicester is 96 miles (156 km).
The last train from Croydon to Leicester leaves at 10:52 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Croydon to Leicester.
There is no direct train service currently available from Croydon to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Croydon to Leicester.
The train station in Croydon that goes to Leicester is East Croydon (ECR), which connects to Leicester station (LEI).
The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Leicester is by bus, with a cost of around $8 (€7).
The train journey from Croydon to Leicester offers a mix of urban and rural views, passing through the scenic countryside of the Midlands, which can be particularly picturesque during spring and autumn.
A day trip from Croydon to Leicester is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 56m each way. However, trains run 4 times per day.
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 Croydon to Leicester.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Croydon to Leicester
Croydon
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Croydon is East Croydon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at East Croydon for your trip from Croydon to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for East Croydon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:45 Saturday 06:20 - 19:45 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 4 & 5
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Located outside the station entrance, by the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:05 Saturday 05:55 - 20:25 Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 6 above the waiting room.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3 and 4/5
- National key toilets: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms on platform 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. The waiting room on platform 6 has one small step to access. Seating is also available on platforms 3, 4, 5 and 6
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Croydon.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information 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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