The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Grantham
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Grantham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Grantham will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester for Grantham 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 45 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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 train and bus for Leicester to Grantham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Grantham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€24 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leicester to Grantham train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Grantham 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:48 AM Leicester | 2h23 | 7:11 AM Grantham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Leicester to Grantham trains with Omio?
East Midlands Trains as well as CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains and Cross Country offer trains services from Leicester to Grantham. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to Grantham.
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 CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains and Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Grantham.
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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 CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains and Cross Country to help you choose the right option for your journey from Leicester to Grantham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Grantham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Grantham
Trains from Leicester to Grantham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:36, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 01:36 |
Last train 22:28 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester to Grantham trainsEast Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Grantham from $6 (€5). 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 Grantham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Grantham 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 Grantham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Grantham
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 16:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 taxis: Advance booking advisable
- 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 Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- 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 Platform 1 Waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30- 23:10. Sat 05:30- 21:30. Sun 08:45- 22.40 Platform 2 waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30 - 23:20. Sat 05:30- 23:10 Sun 08:45- 23:10
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Opposite station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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