The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Mansfield
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Mansfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Mansfield will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester for Mansfield on Wed, Jul 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.
8:48 AM1h13Leicester10:01 AMMansfield$261One-way0 transfers
8:48 AM1h13Leicester10:01 AMMansfield$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leicester to Mansfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Mansfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Mansfield:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Mansfield costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Mansfield take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 19m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 0m by train vs 1h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $15 (€13) 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 Mansfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Mansfield trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21650 · C21435 | On time 4:47 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h14 | 6:01 PM Mansfield station (MFT) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
![]() | 8:48 AM Leicester | 1h13 | 10:01 AM Mansfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Mansfield
Trains from Leicester to Mansfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 10:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Mansfield trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Mansfield from $11 (€9). 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 Mansfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Mansfield 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 Mansfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Mansfield
Most Leicester to Mansfield trains use the Leicester to Mansfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Mansfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Mansfield 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 Mansfield station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Mansfield from Mansfield city centre
Mansfield train station facilities and services
Mansfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Mansfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mansfield.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mansfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mansfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mansfield: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access to both platforms via ramps with shallow gradients. Step free access between platforms is via a subway. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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