Enfield to Leicester train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Enfield to Leicester

Showing times and prices for 07 Nov

Cheapest price

£44

Average price

£54

Fastest journey

2 h 9 m

Average duration

2 h 30 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

131 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Enfield to Leicester will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Enfield for Leicester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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
04:292h20
Enfield
06:49Leicester
£441One-way
0 changes
CrossCountry
07:473h02
Enfield
10:49Leicester
£461One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
04:592h09
Enfield
07:08Leicester
£711One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Enfield to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Enfield 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 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £32.

Distance: 131 km

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£45

Average Price

£23

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Cheapest

2h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 38m

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2h 38m

Average total duration

2h 8m

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Live departures

Enfield to Leicester train times

The table below shows live departures for Enfield to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 14:13
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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east_midlands_railway04:29 Enfield
2h20
06:49 Leicester0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway04:59 Enfield
2h09
07:08 Leicester0 changesdirect
cross_country07:47 Enfield
3h02
10:49 Leicester0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Enfield to Leicester

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Trains from Enfield to Leicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 2h 4m.

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
131 km
Average train duration
1h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
£32
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 4m
First train
04:37
Last train
22:52
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 Enfield to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Enfield 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 4m
Cheapest Price
£27
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: Enfield to Leicester train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Enfield 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
To get from Enfield to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Enfield to Leicester is 131 km.
The train journey from Enfield to Leicester covers a distance of 131 km and takes approximately 2h 4m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Enfield to Leicester leaves at 4:37.
The last train from Enfield to Leicester departs at 22:52.
Trains from Enfield to Leicester run approximately 4 times 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, there is a high-speed train service from Enfield to Leicester.
Booking trains from Enfield to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Enfield to Leicester.
The cost of a train ticket from Enfield to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £32, while the average price tends to be around £45.
There is no night train service from Enfield to Leicester.
The cheapest way to get from Enfield to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The train station in Enfield that goes to Leicester is Enfield Chase (ENC), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
Yes, you can take the train from Enfield to Leicester.

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Important Stations and Airports in Enfield and Leicester

Enfield
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Enfield is Brimsdown. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brimsdown for your trip from Enfield to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Outside station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Brimsdown
  • Onward travel information: London buses operate from outside the station
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Not served by rail replacement- diversionary route available
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 12:5015:15 - 19:10 Saturday 09:00 - 15:25 Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is 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. 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 Great Northern 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: No
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 1
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room available on platform 1, an unheated shelter is available on platform 2
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: In station subway
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 13:10 Saturday 07:10 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: On the approach to Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Enfield Lock
  • Onward travel information: London buses operate from outside the station
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Not served by rail replacement- diversionary route available
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:45 - 19:10 Sunday 07:45 - 15:15
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: -
  • 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: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: In the concourse between platforms 1 and 2
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: RADAR key accessible toilet available on the concourse.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 3
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Enfield Town
  • Onward travel information: Transport for London buses operate from outside the station
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop K in Southbury Road for southbound services to Liverpool Street
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 13:00 Saturday 07:45 - 14:10 Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. 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 Great Northern 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
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: An unheated waiting room available is on platform 1
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station Entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 10:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: This is a Category C station. This station does not have step-free access. 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. Assistance Meeting Point is next to the ticket office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Unheated shelters are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: In Car Park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Within station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Ponders End
  • Onward travel information: Transport for London buses operate from outside the station
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Not served by rail replacement- diversionary route available
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Southbury
  • Onward travel information: Transport for London buses operate from outside the station
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop S in Southbury Road for northbound services to Cheshunt Use Bus stop B in Southbury Road for southbound services to Liverpool Street

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