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The cheapest and fastest trains from Abbey Wood to Leicester
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
154 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Abbey Wood to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Abbey Wood to Leicester will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Abbey Wood for Leicester every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 14 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.
08:182h18
Abbey Wood10:36Leicester
£431One-way
0 changes
04:442h05
Abbey Wood06:49Leicester
£431One-way
0 changes
04:542h14
Abbey Wood07:08Leicester
£851One-way
0 changes
08:421h54
Abbey Wood10:36Leicester
£931One-way
0 changes
07:441h52
Abbey Wood09:36Leicester
£1291One-way
0 changes
07:441h52
Abbey Wood09:36Leicester
£1291One-way
0 changes
08:421h54
Abbey Wood10:36Leicester
£931One-way
0 changes
04:442h05
Abbey Wood06:49Leicester
£431One-way
0 changes
04:582h10
Abbey Wood07:08Leicester
£1311One-way
0 changes
04:542h14
Abbey Wood07:08Leicester
£851One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Abbey Wood to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Abbey Wood to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. 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 coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 154 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£48 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Abbey Wood to Leicester train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:48
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:44 Abbey Wood | 2h05 | 06:49 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:54 Abbey Wood | 2h14 | 07:08 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:47 Abbey Wood | 1h57 | 12:44 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:09 Abbey Wood | 1h57 | 16:06 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:58 Abbey Wood | 2h09 | 19:07 Leicester | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Abbey Wood to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Abbey Wood to Leicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
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
Coach from £19
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 04:37 |
Last train 22:28 |
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
Coach from £19
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink from Abbey Wood to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink trains will get you between Abbey Wood and Leicester from £19. 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 52m
Cheapest Price
£23
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 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
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 37m
Cheapest Price
£57
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Elizabeth Line
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
£52
Elizabeth Line frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Abbey Wood to Leicester train
FAQs: Travel by train from Abbey Wood to Leicester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Abbey Wood to Leicester.
The train distance from Abbey Wood to Leicester is 154 km.
Booking trains from Abbey Wood to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Abbey Wood to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The cheapest way to get from Abbey Wood to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £19.
The train journey from Abbey Wood to Leicester covers a distance of 154 km and takes approximately 2h 0m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Abbey Wood that goes to Leicester is Abbey Wood Station (ABW), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
The first train from Abbey Wood to Leicester leaves at 4:37.
The last train from Abbey Wood to Leicester departs at 22:28.
Trains from Abbey Wood to Leicester run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Abbey Wood to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Abbey Wood to Leicester.
There is no night train service from Abbey Wood to Leicester.
Yes, you can take the train from Abbey Wood to Leicester.
To get from Abbey Wood to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Abbey Wood and Leicester
Abbey Wood
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Abbey Wood is Abbey Wood Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Abbey Wood Station for your trip from Abbey Wood to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 07:30 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available in the ticket hall and platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: On the paid side of the barrier within the stations ticket hall. Separate baby change facilities are also available within the ticket hall on the paid side of the barrier.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilet is located on the paid side of the barrier in the stations ticket hall. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Abbey Wood Station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Dartford - Bus stop B (outside of the station) Towards Plumstead - Bus stop A (outside of the station)
The major train station for arrivals in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your journey to Leicester from Abbey Wood.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
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
- 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
- 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 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 transport options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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