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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ellesmere Port to Leicester
Showing times and prices for 31 Mar
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
138 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ellesmere Port to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast trains
To travel from Ellesmere Port to Leicester you need to make at least 3 changes.
07:314h20Ellesmere Port11:51LeicesterFind prices4 changes
19:062h45Ellesmere Port21:51LeicesterFind prices3 changes- 23:1910h33Ellesmere Port09:52LeicesterFind prices4 changes
- 19:062h45Ellesmere Port21:51LeicesterFind prices3 changes
- 07:314h20Ellesmere Port11:51LeicesterFind prices4 changes
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Live departures
Ellesmere Port to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Ellesmere Port to Leicester trains for today, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 19:06 Ellesmere Port | 2h45 | 21:51 Leicester | 3 changes | |
| 23:19 Ellesmere Port | 10h33 | 09:52 Leicester | 4 changes | |
| Tuesday 31 March | |||||
| 07:31 Ellesmere Port | 4h20 | 11:51 Leicester | 4 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Ellesmere Port to Leicester
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Take a train from Ellesmere Port to Leicester and enjoy the approximately 138 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 4h 20m.
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.
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Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 7h 59m |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 20:50 |
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: Merseyrail from Ellesmere Port to Leicester trainsMerseyrail trains will get you between Ellesmere Port and Leicester. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Merseyrail
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 20m
Merseyrail frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Ellesmere Port to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ellesmere Port 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.
The train journey from Ellesmere Port to Leicester covers a distance of 138 km and takes approximately 4h 20m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Ellesmere Port to Leicester is 138 km.
The first train from Ellesmere Port to Leicester leaves at 5:48.
The last train from Ellesmere Port to Leicester departs at 20:50.
Trains from Ellesmere Port to Leicester run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ellesmere Port to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ellesmere Port to Leicester.
To travel from Ellesmere Port to Leicester, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Ellesmere Port to Leicester.
The train station in Ellesmere Port that goes to Leicester is Ellesmere Port station (ELP), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
Booking trains from Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port to Leicester offers a mix of urban and countryside views, passing through industrial areas and open landscapes, which may appeal to those interested in varied scenery.
A day trip from Ellesmere Port to Leicester is not feasible as the duration is 4h 20m. Trains run 5 times per day over a distance of 138 km.
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 Ellesmere Port to Leicester.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ellesmere Port and Leicester
Ellesmere Port
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Ellesmere Port is Ellesmere Port. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ellesmere Port for your trip from Ellesmere Port to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 14:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed Sunday Closed Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- 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 details.”Access to the Liverpool platform from the car park is step free. Footbridge only to other platform. Please note, assistance can only be provided between 06.05 and 14.00 when station is staffed
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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
- Toilets Location: Operating hours only
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Ellesmere Port
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” This station is unstaffed. You will need to book assistance in advance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Overpool
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Overpool Road, Ellesmere Port, South Wirral
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 Ellesmere Port.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation 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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