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Compare train and coach for Leicester to East Grinstead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to East Grinstead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 185 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£78 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to East Grinstead:
A coach is £39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to East Grinstead costing on average £78.
Other travel options to East Grinstead take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 24m.
You'll arrive about 39m sooner (2h 13m by train vs 2h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £78 compared to roughly £36 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Leicester to East Grinstead by train or coach
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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 East Grinstead.
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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 East Grinstead.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to East Grinstead
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Trains from Leicester to East Grinstead run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 18:06. The fastest train covers the 185 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 185 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 5:19 |
Last train 18:06 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to East Grinstead trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and East Grinstead 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 to East Grinstead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to East Grinstead 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 East Grinstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and East Grinstead
Most Leicester to East Grinstead trains use the Leicester to East Grinstead station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and East Grinstead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to East Grinstead leave from?
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.
Which East Grinstead station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to East Grinstead from East Grinstead city centre
East Grinstead train station facilities and services
East Grinstead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Dorset Arms, The Old Dunnings Mill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Grinstead. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at East Grinstead. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Grinstead: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Grinstead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Grinstead: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Felbridge, The Grange Hotel, Travelodge East Grinstead.
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