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Compare train and coach for Hoddesdon to Leicester
The cheapest option from Hoddesdon to Leicester is coach, with an average price of £32. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Hoddesdon to Leicester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 124 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£100 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hoddesdon to Leicester
Typically, there are 3 trains per day from Hoddesdon to Leicester, including direct trains, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Lowest ticket price £100 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 4:47 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia from Hoddesdon to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Hoddesdon and Leicester from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
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FAQs: Hoddesdon to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hoddesdon 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hoddesdon and Leicester
Most Hoddesdon to Leicester trains use the Rye House to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Hoddesdon and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hoddesdon station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Getting to Rye House from Hoddesdon city centre
Rye House is 1 km from Hoddesdon city centre. Public transport options include:
Rye House train station facilities and services
Rye House has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rye House.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Rye House.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rye House.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rye House: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Rye House: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rye House: 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.
Which Leicester station do trains from Hoddesdon arrive at?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: 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.
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