Leicester to Gravesend train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Gravesend

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$101

Average price

$101

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h 26 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

168 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Gravesend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leicester to Gravesend will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Leicester for Gravesend 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 168 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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.

East Midlands Trains
09:13AM2h00
Leicester
11:13AMGravesend
$1011One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
04:47AM2h51
Leicester
07:38AMGravesend
$1021One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Leicester to Gravesend

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Gravesend 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 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €43.

Distance: 104 miles (168 km)

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Bus

€73

Average price

€8

Average price

Cheapest

2h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 43m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 48m

Average total duration

4h 18m

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National Express

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Live departures

Leicester to Gravesend train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Gravesend trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 8:13 AM
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east_midlands_railway9:13 AM Leicester
2h00
11:13 AM Gravesend0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway4:04 PM Leicester
1h45
5:49 PM Gravesend0 transfersDirect
Friday, November 7
east_midlands_railway4:47 AM Leicester
2h51
7:38 AM Gravesend0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Gravesend

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Trains from Leicester to Gravesend run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 1h 45m.

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 $6 (€5)
Distance
104 miles (168 km)
Average train duration
1h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
$52 (€43)
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 45m
First train
04:59
Last train
22:45
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 $6 (€5)

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Gravesend trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Gravesend from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

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 45m
Cheapest Price
$52 (€43)
East Midlands Trains frequency
5 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

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 37m
Cheapest Price
$82 (€67)
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Gravesend

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Gravesend 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 Gravesend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
You can explore the main attractions of Gravesend in 1 to 2 days, including the historic St. George's Church, the waterfront promenade, and nearby Shorne Woods Country Park.
The distance by train from Leicester to Gravesend is 104 miles (168 km).
Train ticket prices from Leicester to Gravesend can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $52 (€43), while the average price is around $90 (€73).
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Gravesend is by bus, with a cost of around $6 (€5).
The train from Leicester to Gravesend takes 1h 45m and runs 5 per day.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Gravesend is Leicester station (LEI), which connects to Gravesend station (GRV).
The first train from Leicester to Gravesend leaves at 4:59 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Gravesend.
The last train from Leicester to Gravesend leaves at 10:45 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Leicester to Gravesend.
There is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Gravesend.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Leicester to Gravesend.
Yes, a day trip from Leicester to Gravesend is feasible as the journey duration is 1h 45m and the distance is 104 miles (168 km). There are 5 trains available per day for this route.
The train journey from Leicester to Gravesend offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the picturesque countryside of the East Midlands and parts of Kent, but it is not widely regarded as a notably scenic route compared to more famous scenic train journeys in the UK.

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Popular train stations from Leicester to Gravesend

Leicester
Gravesend
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to Gravesend.
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
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
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
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 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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