Leicester to Louth train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Louth

Showing times and prices for 26 Nov

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£20

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h 4 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

111 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leicester to Louth will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Leicester for Louth every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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
10:382h09
Leicester
12:47Louth
£171One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
08:442h04
Leicester
10:48Louth
£191One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
12:472h00
Leicester
14:47Louth
£241One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Leicester to Louth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Louth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 111 km

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Coach

£22

Average Price

£13

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Cheapest

2h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 20m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 51m

Average total duration

2h 21m

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30m

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Live departures

Leicester to Louth train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Louth trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 07:37
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
east_midlands_railway08:44 Leicester
2h04
10:48 Louth0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway10:38 Leicester
2h09
12:47 Louth0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway18:44 Leicester
2h02
20:46 Louth0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Louth

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Trains from Leicester to Louth run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 19:57. The fastest train covers the 111 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 £11
Distance
111 km
Average train duration
2h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
2h 0m
First train
06:16
Last train
19:57
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 £11

Train companies: TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains from Leicester to Louth trainsTransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Leicester and Louth from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
TransPennine Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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 56m
Cheapest Price
£17
East Midlands Trains frequency
12 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

FAQs: Leicester to Louth train

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

FAQs
Typically, two to three days are ideal for exploring the highlights of Louth, including its charming town centre, local markets, and nearby attractions such as the Lincolnshire Wolds.
Yes, a day trip from Leicester to Louth is feasible with a journey taking 2h 0m each way, covering a distance of 111 km. There are 16 trains per day available for this route.
The train journey from Leicester to Louth is not particularly known for its scenic views, as the route primarily passes through urban and suburban landscapes with occasional glimpses of the countryside.
Booking trains from Leicester to Louth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Leicester and Louth. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by East Midlands Trains.
The train distance from Leicester to Louth is 111 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Louth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Louth is by coach, costing approximately £11.
The train journey from Leicester to Louth covers a distance of 111 km and takes approximately 2h 0m. Trains run 16 per day.
To get from Leicester to Louth, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The first train from Leicester to Louth leaves at 6:16.
The last train from Leicester to Louth departs at 19:57.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Louth is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Grimsby Town (GMB).
Trains from Leicester to Louth run approximately 16 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Louth.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Louth.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Louth.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Louth

Leicester
Louth
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
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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