Leicester to Long Eaton train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Long Eaton

Showing times and prices for 03 Dec

Cheapest price

£3

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

21 m

Average duration

57 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

30 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Long Eaton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leicester to Long Eaton will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Leicester for Long Eaton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.

East Midlands Trains
00:310h28
Leicester
00:59Long Eaton
£31One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
00:010h23
Leicester
00:24Long Eaton
£41One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
01:012h37
Leicester
03:38Long Eaton
£51One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
10:370h21
Leicester
10:58Long Eaton
£161One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leicester to Long Eaton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Long Eaton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £2.

Distance: 30 km

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Coach

£7

Average Price

£4

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Cheapest

52m

Average total duration

Fastest

22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 45m

Average total duration

1h 15m

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30m

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Live departures

Leicester to Long Eaton train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Long Eaton trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 04:15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
east_midlands_railway09:37 Leicester
0h21
09:58 Long Eaton0 changesdirect
Wednesday 3 December
east_midlands_railway00:01 Leicester
0h23
00:24 Long Eaton0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway00:31 Leicester
0h28
00:59 Long Eaton0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway01:01 Leicester
2h37
03:38 Long Eaton0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Long Eaton

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Trains from Leicester to Long Eaton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:43, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 21m.

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
Distance
30 km
Average train duration
22m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
21m
First train
00:43
Last train
23:46
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

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Long Eaton trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Long Eaton from £2. 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
21m
Cheapest Price
£2
East Midlands Trains 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

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
£18
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Leicester to Long Eaton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Long Eaton 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 Long Eaton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Long Eaton can be explored comfortably in one to two days, allowing time to enjoy the local attractions and surroundings.
The train journey from Leicester to Long Eaton offers a mix of urban and rural views, with glimpses of the English countryside, including fields and small towns, providing a pleasant if not dramatically scenic experience.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Long Eaton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £7.
Yes, a day trip from Leicester to Long Eaton is feasible as the journey takes 21m, covers 30 km, and there are 4 trips per day by train.
Booking trains from Leicester to Long Eaton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Long Eaton is by train, costing approximately £2.
The train journey from Leicester to Long Eaton covers a distance of 30 km and takes approximately 21m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Leicester to Long Eaton is 30 km.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Long Eaton is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Long Eaton station (LGE).
The last train from Leicester to Long Eaton departs at 23:46.
The first train from Leicester to Long Eaton leaves at 0:43.
Yes, there is a direct train between Leicester and Long Eaton. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains.
Trains from Leicester to Long Eaton run approximately 4 times per day.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Long Eaton.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Long Eaton.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Long Eaton.
To get from Leicester to Long Eaton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Long Eaton

Leicester
Long Eaton
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 Long Eaton.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
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
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
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 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

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