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The cheapest and fastest trains from Althorne to Leicester
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
169 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Althorne to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Althorne to Leicester will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Althorne for Leicester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 169 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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.
04:343h05
Althorne07:39Leicester
£891One-way
0 changes
04:343h05
Althorne07:39Leicester
£891One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Althorne to Leicester train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 07:54
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:34 Althorne | 3h05 | 07:39 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Althorne to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Althorne to Leicester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 if you book in advance.
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 169 km |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 18:11 |
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 from Althorne to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Althorne and Leicester from £63. 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
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£41
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
FAQs: Althorne to Leicester train
FAQs: Travel by train from Althorne 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 Althorne to Leicester.
The train distance from Althorne to Leicester is 169 km.
Booking trains from Althorne to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Althorne to Leicester covers a distance of 169 km and takes approximately 3h 1m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Althorne to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £63, while the average price tends to be around £79.
The cheapest way to get from Althorne to Leicester is by train, costing approximately £63.
The first train from Althorne to Leicester leaves at 4:41.
The train station in Althorne that goes to Leicester is Althorne station (ALN), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
The last train from Althorne to Leicester departs at 18:11.
Trains from Althorne to Leicester run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Althorne to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Althorne to Leicester.
Yes, you can take the train from Althorne to Leicester.
To travel from Althorne to Leicester, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Althorne to Leicester.
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Important Stations and Airports in Althorne and Leicester
Althorne
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Althorne is Althorne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Althorne for your trip from Althorne to Leicester.
Althorne
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Althorne
- Onward travel information: Local bus services three minutes walk from station, junction of Fambridge Road.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up and drop off on Fords of Athorne forecourt.
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 Althorne.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParking
Dining
ATMAccessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Information 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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