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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Potters Bar

Showing times and prices for Dec 26

Cheapest price

$60

Average price

$92

Fastest journey

2 h 29 m

Average duration

2 h 42 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

124 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leicester to Potters Bar will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Leicester for Potters Bar on Fri, Dec 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Dec 26 the direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .

On Fri, Dec 26 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
04:05AM2h29
Leicester
06:34AMPotters Bar
$601One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
03:43AM2h51
Leicester
06:34AMPotters Bar
$961One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
05:15AM2h45
Leicester
08:00AMPotters Bar
$1201One-way
0 transfers

Live departures

Leicester to Potters Bar train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Potters Bar trains for tomorrow, Friday, December 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:34 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
east_midlands_railway3:43 AM Leicester
2h51
6:34 AM Potters Bar0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway4:05 AM Leicester
2h29
6:34 AM Potters Bar0 transfersDirect
cross_country5:15 AM Leicester
2h45
8:00 AM Potters Bar0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Potters Bar

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Trains from Leicester to Potters Bar run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€47) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 2h 17m.

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
Distance
77 miles (124 km)
Average train duration
2h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
$59 (€47)
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 17m
First train
00:38
Last train
22:30
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

Train companies: east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester to Potters Bar trainseast_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Potters Bar from $59 (€47). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
$79 (€63)
east_midlands_trains frequency
9 a day

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 49m
Cheapest Price
$153 (€122)
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Potters Bar

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

FAQs
Potters Bar is a small town that can be explored in a day or two, providing a relaxing visit with local parks, shops, and dining options.
The train from Leicester to Potters Bar takes 2h 17m and runs 4 per day.
A day trip from Leicester to Potters Bar is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 17m one way. Trains run 4 times per day, covering a distance of 77 miles (124 km).
The last train from Leicester to Potters Bar leaves at 10:30 PM.
The train journey from Leicester to Potters Bar offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with stretches of scenic countryside and small towns providing a pleasant visual experience.
There is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Potters Bar.
Train ticket prices from Leicester to Potters Bar can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $59 (€47), while the average price is around $65 (€52).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Leicester to Potters Bar.
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Potters Bar is by train, with a cost of around $59 (€47).
The first train from Leicester to Potters Bar leaves at 12:38 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Potters Bar.
The distance by train from Leicester to Potters Bar is 77 miles (124 km).
The train station in Leicester that goes to Potters Bar is Leicester station (LEI), which connects to Potters Bar station (PBR).
There is no high speed train available from Leicester to Potters Bar.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leicester to Potters Bar

Leicester
Potters Bar
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 Potters Bar.
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
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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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