4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gillingham to Leicester
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gillingham to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gillingham to Leicester will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Of the 2 trains that leave Gillingham for Leicester on Fri, Jul 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 2 h 11 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.
9:54 AM2h11Gillingham12:05 PMLeicester$701One-way0 transfers- 7:54 AM2h11Gillingham10:05 AMLeicester$871One-way0 transfers
- 9:54 AM2h11Gillingham12:05 PMLeicester$701One-way0 transfers
- 7:54 AM2h11Gillingham10:05 AMLeicester$871One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gillingham to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gillingham to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 111 miles (180 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$69 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m 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 Gillingham to Leicester:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gillingham to Leicester costing on average $69 (€57).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 5m.
You'll arrive about 59m sooner (1h 51m by train vs 2h 50m by car). Tickets start at around $69 (€57) compared to roughly $52 (€43) 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 Gillingham to Leicester
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Trains from Gillingham to Leicester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (180 km) distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 111 miles (180 km) |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 4:36 AM |
Last train 10:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Southeastern from Gillingham to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, Southeastern trains will get you between Gillingham and Leicester from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
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FAQs: Trains from Gillingham to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gillingham 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 Gillingham to Leicester
Most Gillingham to Leicester trains use the Gillingham (Kent) to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Gillingham and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gillingham station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Gillingham (Kent) from Gillingham city centre
Gillingham (Kent) train station facilities and services
Gillingham (Kent) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gillingham (Kent). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gillingham (Kent): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to all platforms and interchange via lifts. Step free access direct to Platform 3 via side entrance off Railway Street. Stepped access from main entrance via station footbridge, 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: Booking hall, 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: No.
Which Leicester station do trains from Gillingham 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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