Catford to Leicester train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Catford to Leicester

Showing times and prices for 27 Mar

Cheapest price

£55

Average price

£55

Fastest journey

1 h 39 m

Average duration

1 h 42 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

153 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Catford to Leicester will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.

Fast trains

To travel from Catford to Leicester you need to make at least one change.

Thameslink
04:552h10
Catford
07:05Leicester
£551One-way
1 change
Thameslink
05:251h52
Catford
07:17Leicester
£551One-way
1 change
Thameslink
06:251h43
Catford
08:08Leicester
£551One-way
1 change
Thameslink
06:352h02
Catford
08:37Leicester
£551One-way
1 change
Thameslink
06:551h52
Catford
08:47Leicester
£551One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Catford to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Catford to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £45.

Distance: 153 km

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£45

Average Price

£11

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Cheapest

1h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 28m

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30m

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3h 30m

Average total duration

3h 0m

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Live departures

Catford to Leicester train times

The table below shows live departures for Catford to Leicester trains for today, Thursday 26 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:27
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink04:55 Catford
2h10
07:05 Leicester1 change
thameslink05:25 Catford
1h52
07:17 Leicester1 change
thameslink06:25 Catford
1h43
08:08 Leicester1 change
thameslink06:35 Catford
2h02
08:37 Leicester1 change
thameslink06:55 Catford
1h52
08:47 Leicester1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Catford to Leicester by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Catford to Leicester

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Trains from Catford to Leicester run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 153 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 £11
Distance
153 km
Average train duration
1h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£45
Trains per day
14
Fastest train
2h 9m
First train
06:02
Last train
21:41
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 £11

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink from Catford to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Catford and Leicester from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

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 9m
Cheapest Price
£45
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
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
£55
Thameslink frequency
16 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

FAQs: Catford to Leicester train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catford 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
The cost of a train ticket from Catford to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £45.
The train journey from Catford to Leicester covers a distance of 153 km and takes approximately 2h 9m. Trains run 14 per day.
The train distance from Catford to Leicester is 153 km.
The first train from Catford to Leicester leaves at 6:02.
The last train from Catford to Leicester departs at 21:41.
Trains from Catford to Leicester run approximately 14 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Catford to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Catford to Leicester.
To get from Catford to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Catford to Leicester.
The train station in Catford that goes to Leicester is London Bridge (LBG), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
The cheapest way to get from Catford to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from Catford 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 Catford to Leicester offers a mix of urban and rural views, passing through the London suburbs before reaching the countryside of the East Midlands, which includes some scenic landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Catford to Leicester is feasible with a travel duration of 2h 9m and a distance of 153 km. There are 21 trains available per day.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Catford to Leicester.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Catford and Leicester

Catford
Leicester
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
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 transport options for Leicester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front

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