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Compare train and coach for Leicester to Abbey Wood
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Abbey Wood among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. 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 £17, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 154 km
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Live departures
Leicester to Abbey Wood train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Abbey Wood trains for today, Monday 25 May. 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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 | 21:23 Leicester | 2h23 | 23:46 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
| 22:52 Leicester | 7h54 | 6:46 Abbey Wood | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Leicester to Abbey Wood by train or coach
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Why should you book Leicester to Abbey Wood trains with Omio?
East Midlands Railway as well as east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Leicester to Abbey Wood.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to Abbey Wood.
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 east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Abbey Wood.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leicester to Abbey Wood.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Abbey Wood.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Abbey Wood
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Abbey Wood run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 154 km distance in 2h 6m.
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 £17
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 5:28 |
Last train 22:06 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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 £17
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Abbey Wood trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Abbey Wood from £17. 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 6m
Cheapest Price
£19
East Midlands Railway frequency
3 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
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 1m
Cheapest Price
£58
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Leicester to Abbey Wood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Abbey Wood 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 Abbey Wood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Abbey Wood can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £49.
The train journey from Leicester to Abbey Wood covers a distance of 154 km and takes approximately 2h 6m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Leicester to Abbey Wood is 154 km.
The first train from Leicester to Abbey Wood leaves at 5:28.
The last train from Leicester to Abbey Wood departs at 22:06.
Trains from Leicester to Abbey Wood run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Abbey Wood.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Abbey Wood.
To get from Leicester to Abbey Wood, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Abbey Wood.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Abbey Wood is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Abbey Wood Station (ABW).
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Abbey Wood is by coach, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Leicester to Abbey Wood in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leicester to Abbey Wood offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the English countryside, charming towns, and glimpses of the River Thames, making it moderately scenic.
A day trip from Leicester to Abbey Wood is feasible as the journey takes 2h 6m and the distance is 154 km. Trains run 3 times per day.
Visitors typically spend about 1 to 2 days in Abbey Wood to explore its local attractions and enjoy the surrounding green spaces.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Abbey Wood.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Abbey Wood
Leicester
Abbey Wood
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to Abbey Wood.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information 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
The major train station for arrivals in Abbey Wood is Abbey Wood Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Abbey Wood Station for your journey to Abbey Wood from Leicester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 07:30 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available in the ticket hall and platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: On the paid side of the barrier within the stations ticket hall. Separate baby change facilities are also available within the ticket hall on the paid side of the barrier.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilet is located on the paid side of the barrier in the stations ticket hall. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Abbey Wood Station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Dartford - Bus stop B (outside of the station) Towards Plumstead - Bus stop A (outside of the station)
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