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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Dover
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Dover will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester for Dover on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 236 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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 Leicester to Dover
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Dover 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 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 146 miles (236 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€90 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leicester to Dover train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Dover trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM Leicester | 2h43 | 11:13 AM Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Leicester to Dover trains with Omio?
East Midlands Trains as well as Southeastern offer trains services from Leicester to Dover. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to Dover.
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Dover.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While East Midlands Trains tickets can be bought on East Midlands Trains's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Southeastern to help you choose the right option for your journey from Leicester to Dover.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Dover.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Dover
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Trains from Leicester to Dover run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 146 miles (236 km) distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 146 miles (236 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 04:27 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Southeastern from Leicester to Dover trainsEast Midlands Trains, Southeastern trains will get you between Leicester and Dover 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 Leicester to Dover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Dover 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 Dover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Dover
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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
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 21:30 Sunday 06:15 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs via booking hall.
- 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: At the front of the station
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: There are waiting facilities on all platforms. Only available when staff present. Heated waiting room only on platform 1.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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