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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham to Leicester
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$144
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Leicester will cost around $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 2 trains that leave Durham for Leicester on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 240 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 54 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Durham to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Durham to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €78.
Distance: 149 miles (240 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€103 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest |
3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Durham to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 3:55 AM Durham | 3h54 | 7:49 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:42 AM Durham | 3h21 | 11:03 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to Leicester
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Trains from Durham to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€78) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (240 km) distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 149 miles (240 km) |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€78) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 21:37 |
Train companies: LNER from Durham to Leicester trainsLNER trains will get you between Durham and Leicester from $18 (€14). 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 Durham to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham 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.
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Popular train stations from Durham to Leicester
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Short stay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Waiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
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Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- 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
- 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
- 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 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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