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Rutland County Museum
Volunteer-run local museum covering Rutland’s people, farming, trades and daily life. A useful introduction to the county and Oakham.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 24 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Beeston to Oakham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Beeston to Oakham will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Beeston to Oakham, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.


The table below shows live departures for Beeston to Oakham trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 19:18 Beeston | 1h27 | 20:45 Oakham | 0 changesdirect | |
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The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 19:18.
Distance 43 km |
First train 6:18 |
Last train 19:18 |
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Discover the best of Oakham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oakham trip today.
Volunteer-run local museum covering Rutland’s people, farming, trades and daily life. A useful introduction to the county and Oakham.
Gallery and arts venue in nearby Uppingham showing changing exhibitions, craft and community arts in a historic setting.
Small heritage museum in a former school, with local artefacts and displays about village life in Rutland. A quieter stop for history fans.
Large reservoir landscape for walking, cycling, birdwatching and waterside views. One of the area’s best-known outdoor destinations.
Oakham’s central market place, lined with historic buildings and regular markets. A good base for seeing the town’s character and daily life.
Popular waterside green space at Rutland Water with paths, play areas and easy access to family-friendly walks and cycle routes.
A traditional pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray with hand-raised pastry and uncured chopped pork. It is a defining food of Rutland and the East Midlands.
Blue cheese made just east of Oakham in Colston Bassett and Long Clawson style dairies. Rich, creamy and closely tied to local farming traditions.
A classic Leicestershire cheese with a crumbly texture and mild, nutty flavour. It reflects the dairy heritage of the region around Oakham.
Stylish restaurant and hotel dining room serving modern British dishes with local produce in a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Well-known local café and deli for breakfast, lunch, coffee and cakes, with a busy, informal atmosphere in Oakham centre.
Popular Indian restaurant offering classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart, friendly town-centre setting.
Moderate for a small English market town: accommodation and dining are typical for rural England, with limited public transport and few ultra-budget options.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Beeston to Oakham 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 Oakham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Beeston to Oakham trains use the Beeston to Oakham station pair. Use this guide to compare Beeston and Oakham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Beeston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Beeston.
Ticket office support is available at Beeston.
Available at Beeston: Parking, WC.
Available at Beeston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Beeston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category - B Ramp provided by on-train staff. There is step-free access to the station, ticket office and platform 1 (northbound platform towards Nottingham). There is no step-free access to platform 2 (southbound platform towards London). This platform is accessed via a footbridge. For customers who are unable to use the footbridge, ie wheelchair customers, please contact EMR on 08457 125 678 and select option 3 - Assisted Travel - so that taxi arrangements can be made. 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 IUP, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Oakham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Oakham.
Ticket office support is available at Oakham.
Available at Oakham: Parking.
Available at Oakham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oakham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level access to Peterborough bound platform. Ramp from the road to the Leicester bound platform. Restricted access between the platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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