4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Gravesend
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
168 km
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 $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
It's difficult to get from Leicester to Gravesend without transferring at least once.
1:59 PM1h44Leicester3:43 PMGravesend$841One-way1 transfer- 2:59 PM1h44Leicester4:43 PMGravesend$841One-way1 transfer
- 4:02 PM1h41Leicester5:43 PMGravesend$841One-way1 transfer
- 5:02 PM1h41Leicester6:43 PMGravesend$841One-way1 transfer
- 6:02 PM1h41Leicester7:43 PMGravesend$841One-way1 transfer
- 4:02 PM1h41Leicester5:43 PMGravesend$841One-way1 transfer
- 5:02 PM1h41Leicester6:43 PMGravesend$841One-way1 transfer
- 6:02 PM1h41Leicester7:43 PMGravesend$841One-way1 transfer
- 7:02 PM1h41Leicester8:43 PMGravesend$841One-way1 transfer
- 1:59 PM1h44Leicester3:43 PMGravesend$841One-way1 transfer
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 $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$90 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m 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 Leicester to Gravesend:
A bus is $75 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Gravesend costing on average $90 (€74).
Other travel options to Gravesend take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 16m.
You'll arrive about 52m sooner (1h 41m by train vs 2h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $90 (€74) 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.
Live departures
Leicester to Gravesend train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Gravesend trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:59 PM Leicester | 1h44 | 3:43 PM Gravesend | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Gravesend
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Trains from Leicester to Gravesend run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) 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 51m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Gravesend trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Gravesend from $8 (€6). 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 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Gravesend
Most Leicester to Gravesend trains use the Leicester to Gravesend station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Gravesend train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Gravesend leave from?
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.
Which Gravesend station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Gravesend from Gravesend city centre
Gravesend train station facilities and services
Gravesend has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gravesend.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gravesend. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gravesend: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gravesend: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gravesend: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - 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.
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