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Compare coach and train for Leicester to Borehamwood
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Borehamwood among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 124 km
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Why should you book Leicester to Borehamwood trains with Omio?
East Midlands Trains as well as east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Leicester to Borehamwood.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to Borehamwood.
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Borehamwood.
- 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 Trains with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leicester to Borehamwood.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Borehamwood.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Borehamwood
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Trains from Leicester to Borehamwood run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:33, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 1h 29m.
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 £21
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 03:33 |
Last train 23:01 |
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 £21
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Borehamwood trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Borehamwood from £21. 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
1h 38m
Cheapest Price
£21
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 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
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
£56
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Leicester to Borehamwood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Borehamwood 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 Borehamwood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Borehamwood can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £56, while the average price tends to be around £56.
The train journey from Leicester to Borehamwood covers a distance of 124 km and takes approximately 1h 29m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Leicester to Borehamwood is 124 km.
The first train from Leicester to Borehamwood leaves at 3:33.
The last train from Leicester to Borehamwood departs at 23:01.
Trains from Leicester to Borehamwood run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Borehamwood.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Borehamwood.
To get from Leicester to Borehamwood, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Borehamwood.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Borehamwood is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS).
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Borehamwood is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Leicester to Borehamwood 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 Borehamwood mainly travels through urban and suburban areas, offering limited scenic views, but passengers can enjoy glimpses of the English countryside in some sections.
Yes, a day trip from Leicester to Borehamwood is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 29m and a distance of 124 km. Trains run 4 times per day.
Borehamwood, being a small town, can be explored comfortably in one to two days. This allows time to visit local attractions like the Elstree Studios and enjoy nearby parks.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Borehamwood.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Borehamwood
Leicester
Borehamwood
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 Borehamwood.
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 Borehamwood is Elstree & Borehamwood. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Elstree & Borehamwood for your journey to Borehamwood from Leicester.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:30 Sunday 06:30 - 21:15
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Convenience store, coffee shop
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking hall, main concourse
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside main entrance near the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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