Eastbourne to Leicester train with East Midlands Railway

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  • Southern
    8:003h28
    Eastbourne
    11:28Leicester
    £791One-way
    2 changes
  • Southern
    9:003h25
    Eastbourne
    12:25Leicester
    £791One-way
    2 changes
  • Southern
    10:003h11
    Eastbourne
    13:11Leicester
    £791One-way
    2 changes
  • Southern
    11:003h09
    Eastbourne
    14:09Leicester
    £791One-way
    2 changes
  • Southern
    12:003h09
    Eastbourne
    15:09Leicester
    £791One-way
    2 changes

Compare prices and tickets Eastbourne to Leicester by train

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Why should you book Eastbourne to Leicester trains with Omio?

East Midlands Railway as well as Southern offer trains services from Eastbourne to Leicester.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Eastbourne to Leicester.

Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern to find the best option for your trip from Eastbourne to Leicester.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Eastbourne to Leicester

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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Eastbourne to Leicester, including direct trains, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 230 km distance in 3h 33m.

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
230 km
Average train duration
3h 12m
Lowest ticket price
£48
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 33m
First train
4:43
Last train
22:52
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Best time to book
3 days
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 Railway, Southern from Eastbourne to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, Southern trains will get you between Eastbourne and Leicester from £48. 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
4h 42m
Cheapest Price
£128
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 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

Southern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 59m
Cheapest Price
£79
Southern frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Eastbourne to Leicester train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne 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 train distance from Eastbourne to Leicester is 230 km.
The first train from Eastbourne to Leicester leaves at 4:43.
The last train from Eastbourne to Leicester departs at 22:52.
Trains from Eastbourne to Leicester run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Eastbourne to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Eastbourne to Leicester.
To travel from Eastbourne to Leicester, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Eastbourne to Leicester.
The train station in Eastbourne that goes to Leicester is Eastbourne station (EBN), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
Booking trains from Eastbourne 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 Eastbourne to Leicester offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Passengers can enjoy views of the Sussex countryside, including rolling hills and farmland, before passing through bustling towns and cities like London and Bedford en route to Leicester.
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 Eastbourne to Leicester.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Eastbourne and Leicester

Most Eastbourne to Leicester trains use the Eastbourne to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Eastbourne and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Eastbourne
Arrival train stations in Leicester

Which Eastbourne station do trains to Leicester leave from?

Trains from Eastbourne to Leicester leave from Eastbourne. The station is from Eastbourne city centre at Eastbourne station, Terminus Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3QJ.
EastbourneEastbourne station, Terminus Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3QJWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Eastbourne from Eastbourne city centre

Bus4 · 7m · £3 · every ~2 min

Eastbourne train station facilities and services

Eastbourne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Eastbourne.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Eastbourne. ATMs are available at Eastbourne.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Eastbourne.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Eastbourne: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Eastbourne: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Eastbourne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on the concourse. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Hampden ParkHampden Park station, Station Approach, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 9NDParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Hampden Park from Eastbourne city centre

Hampden Park is 3 km from Eastbourne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainEastbourne - Brighton, Eastbourne - London Victoria, Eastbourne - Ashford International, London Victoria - Ore, Eastbourne - Lewes, Brighton - Ore, London Victoria - Hastings, Ore - Brighton, Brighton - Hastings, Eastbourne - Hastings, Hastings - Brighton, Hastings - London Victoria, Hastings - Haywards Heath, Ore - London Victoria, Eastbourne - Haywards Heath, Eastbourne - London Bridge, Ore - Polegate, Polegate - Ore, Lewes - Ore, Eastbourne - Polegate, Ore - Lewes, Lewes - Hastings, Eastbourne - Ore, Polegate - Hastings · 3m · £0.89 · every ~10 min
BusLink · 22m · £3 · every ~7 min

Hampden Park train station facilities and services

Hampden Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Hampden Park.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Hampden Park.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hampden Park.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hampden Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hampden Park: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hampden Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing (below 400m distance). Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 near the ticket office, Accessible taxis: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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