Barking to Leicester train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barking to Leicester

Showing times and prices for 01 Dec

Cheapest price

£36

Average price

£63

Fastest journey

2 h 9 m

Average duration

2 h 14 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

148 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Barking to Leicester will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Barking 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 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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
07:592h18
Barking
10:17Leicester
£361One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
04:152h34
Barking
06:49Leicester
£441One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
07:542h13
Barking
10:07Leicester
£501One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
11:002h17
Barking
13:17Leicester
£921One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
13:542h12
Barking
16:06Leicester
£921One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Barking to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barking to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £23.

Distance: 148 km

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Coach

£52

Average Price

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 2m

Average total duration

2h 32m

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30m

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Live departures

Barking to Leicester train times

The table below shows live departures for Barking to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:21
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east_midlands_railway04:15 Barking
2h34
06:49 Leicester0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway07:54 Barking
2h13
10:07 Leicester0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway07:59 Barking
2h18
10:17 Leicester0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Barking to Leicester

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Trains from Barking to Leicester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 2h 9m.

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 £5
Distance
148 km
Average train duration
1h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 9m
First train
04:37
Last train
22:06
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 £5

Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Barking to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Barking and Leicester from £5. 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
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
£23
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: Barking to Leicester train

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

FAQs
Booking trains from Barking to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Two to three days is typically enough to explore Leicester's key attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre, while also enjoying the local culture and dining.
A day trip from Barking to Leicester is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 9m. However, with 5 trains per day, there are travel options available. The distance between the two locations is 148 km.
The train journey from Barking to Leicester offers a mix of suburban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, fields, and small towns along the route, providing a pleasant travel experience.
The cheapest way to get from Barking to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The train journey from Barking to Leicester covers a distance of 148 km and takes approximately 2h 9m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Barking to Leicester is 148 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Barking to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The train station in Barking that goes to Leicester is Barking station (BKG), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
The first train from Barking to Leicester leaves at 4:37.
The last train from Barking to Leicester departs at 22:06.
There is no night train service from Barking to Leicester.
Trains from Barking to Leicester run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Barking to Leicester.
Yes, you can take the train from Barking to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barking to Leicester.
To get from Barking to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

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Important Stations and Airports in Barking and Leicester

Barking
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Barking is Barking. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barking for your trip from Barking to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 23:00 Saturday 05:15 - 23:00 Sunday 06:45 - 10:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WH Smith, Jewellers, Florist and Dry Cleaners.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Vicarage Field Shopping Centre
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Outside entrance on Station Parade
  • Accessible taxis: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Lift from Platform Level to Concourse Level on Platform 1. Please use the help point to call for staff assistance to/from street level. Use subways between other platforms to reach Platform 1.
  • Accessible taxis: Yes
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Footbridge. The National key toilets are located on the Station Footbridge; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: On station footbridge. This can be accessed using a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Outside main entrance on Station Parade
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Barking
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: London Overground Rail Replacement buses: Eastbound towards Barking (terminating) at bus stop H in Station Parade. Westbound towards Walthamstow Central use bus stop K in Station Parade. c2c Rail Replacement buses outside the front of the station near KFC.
  • Metro: District Line - Platforms 2 & 6 Hammersmith & City Line - Platforms 3/6 London Overground - Platforms 1/7 & 8 Please check departure screens prior to making your way to the platform
Barking RiversideDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityBike Parking
Amenities at train station
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km

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