The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Benfleet (BEF)
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to Benfleet (BEF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester station (LEI) to Benfleet (BEF) will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester station (LEI) for Benfleet (BEF) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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.
9:302h46Leicester station (LEI)12:16Benfleet (BEF)£741One-way0 changes
9:302h46Leicester station (LEI)12:16Benfleet (BEF)£741One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester station (LEI) to Benfleet (BEF)
Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Benfleet (BEF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 11:12. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 167 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 11:12 |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Leicester station (LEI) to Benfleet (BEF) trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Leicester station (LEI) and Benfleet (BEF) from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester station (LEI) to Benfleet (BEF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester station (LEI) to Benfleet (BEF) 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 Benfleet (BEF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

