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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Gravesend
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£65
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£80
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
2 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
2 h 14 m
Trains on 15 Sept
2
Distance
168 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Gravesend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Gravesend will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Fast trains
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 2 trains from Leicester to Gravesend, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.
22:052h08Leicester0:13Gravesend£651One-way0 changes- 21:232h20Leicester23:43Gravesend£961One-way0 changes
- 22:052h08Leicester0:13Gravesend£651One-way0 changes
- 21:232h20Leicester23:43Gravesend£961One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Gravesend
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Gravesend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 168 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Leicester to Gravesend is a coach with an average price of £7.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Gravesend:
A coach is £53 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Gravesend costing on average £60.
The fastest way to travel from Leicester to Gravesend is by train with an average journey time of 1h 38m.
Other travel options to Gravesend take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 16m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Gravesend including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 55m sooner (1h 38m by train vs 2h 33m by car). Tickets start at around £60 compared to roughly £39 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.
Live departures
Leicester to Gravesend train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Gravesend trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:12 Leicester | 2h01 | 12:13 Gravesend | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:12 Leicester | 2h01 | 14:13 Gravesend | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Gravesend.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Gravesend
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Gravesend run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 2h 0m.
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 £7
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:59 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
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 £7
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Gravesend trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Gravesend from £7. 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 East Midlands Railway Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£54
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 east_midlands_trains Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£62
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Gravesend
Things to do in Gravesend
Discover the best of Gravesend — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gravesend trip today.
Gravesend Borough Market Heritage Centre
Local museum and library resource with exhibitions on Gravesend’s social, river and industrial history in a central heritage building.
Milton Chantry Heritage Centre
Small volunteer-run museum exploring Milton’s past through local artefacts, photographs and community history displays.
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Gravesend Heritage Quarter
Historic town-centre quarter with Georgian and Victorian buildings, independent shops, and easy access to key heritage sights.
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Gordon Promenade
Well-kept riverside gardens beside the Thames, popular for walking, views of passing ships and the Pocahontas memorial.
Cyclopark
Large public park with open lawns, play areas, sports facilities and a café-free focus on relaxed local outdoor time.
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Kentish huffkins
Kentish huffkins are soft, round bread rolls from Kent, traditionally eaten fresh with local cheese, ham or jam and linked to the county’s baking heritage.
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Gypsy tart
Gypsy tart is a classic Kent pudding with evaporated milk and dark muscovado sugar in shortcrust pastry, long associated with school dinners in north Kent.
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Kent cobnuts
Cobnuts are Kent’s traditional cultivated hazelnuts, prized in autumn for their sweet flavour and long history in local orchards and market gardening.
Azado
Popular Turkish grill and meze restaurant with charcoal-cooked kebabs, generous portions and a lively but relaxed setting in Gravesend.
Siam Cuisine
Established Thai restaurant serving classic curries, stir-fries and seafood dishes in a comfortable, informal town-centre setting.
Radhuny
Contemporary Indian restaurant known locally for curries, tandoori dishes and polished service in smart surroundings.
Pound sterling (£)
Gravesend is moderate for south-east England: dining and hotels cost less than central London, but rail fares and some accommodation are higher than in smaller UK towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is optional. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
Arriva UK Bus
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £7.50
To the city centre
Gravesend station -> Gravesend Town Centre
- Distance
- 0.4 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Bus day tickets in the Gravesend zone cost £7.50 and are valid across participating operators in the Kent Thameside scheme.
- Arriva sells mobile tickets in the Arriva UK Bus app. Gravesend station does not support Oyster pay as you go.
FAQs: Leicester to Gravesend train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Gravesend 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 Gravesend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Gravesend can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £54, while the average price tends to be around £60.
The train journey from Leicester to Gravesend covers a distance of 168 km and takes approximately 2h 0m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Leicester to Gravesend is 168 km.
The first train from Leicester to Gravesend leaves at 4:59.
The last train from Leicester to Gravesend departs at 22:45.
Trains from Leicester to Gravesend run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Gravesend.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Gravesend.
To get from Leicester to Gravesend, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Gravesend.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Gravesend is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Gravesend station (GRV).
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Gravesend is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Leicester to Gravesend 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 Gravesend offers a mix of urban and rural views, with stretches of countryside providing pleasant scenery, though it is not considered one of the UK’s most scenic routes.
A day trip from Leicester to Gravesend is feasible as the journey duration is 2h 0m and the distance is 168 km. Trains operate 5 times per day.
A visit to Gravesend can typically be enjoyed over 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore its historic sites, such as the Gravesend Clock Tower and St George's Church, and enjoy a stroll along the River Thames.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Gravesend.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Gravesend
Most Leicester to Gravesend trains use the Leicester to Gravesend station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Gravesend train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Leicester
Arrival train stations in Gravesend
Which Leicester station do trains to Gravesend leave from?
Trains from Leicester to Gravesend leave from Leicester. The station is 1 km from Leicester city centre at Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB.
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
BusX7 · 4m · £2 · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · £2 · every ~14 min
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 Gravesend station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Trains from Leicester to Gravesend arrive at Gravesend. Gravesend is 1 km from Gravesend city centre.
GravesendGravesend station, Rathmore Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 0HP+44 3303339232
City-centre transport
Getting to Gravesend from Gravesend city centre
BusNag1, Vigo1, Meopham1, 489 · 3m · £2
Gravesend train station facilities and services
Gravesend has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gravesend.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gravesend. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gravesend: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gravesend: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gravesend: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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