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Compare prices and tickets Leicester to Paddock Wood by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Paddock Wood
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Trains from Leicester to Paddock Wood run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 193 km distance in 2h 34m.
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 193 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 05:29 |
Last train 21:58 |
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 Paddock Wood trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Paddock Wood from £44. 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
2h 34m
Cheapest Price
£44
East Midlands Trains frequency
5 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
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
£77
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Leicester to Paddock Wood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Paddock Wood 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 Paddock Wood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Paddock Wood is primarily a small town known for its rural charm and proximity to attractions in Kent. A day or two should suffice to explore local sights and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
Booking trains from Leicester to Paddock Wood in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Leicester to Paddock Wood is 193 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Paddock Wood can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £44, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The train journey from Leicester to Paddock Wood covers a distance of 193 km and takes approximately 2h 34m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Paddock Wood is by train, costing approximately £44.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Paddock Wood is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Paddock Wood station (PDW).
The first train from Leicester to Paddock Wood leaves at 5:29.
The last train from Leicester to Paddock Wood departs at 21:58.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Paddock Wood.
Trains from Leicester to Paddock Wood run approximately 5 times per day.
To travel from Leicester to Paddock Wood, you can take a train.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Paddock Wood.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Paddock Wood.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Paddock Wood.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Paddock Wood
Leicester
Paddock Wood
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 Paddock Wood.
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 Paddock Wood is Paddock Wood. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paddock Wood for your journey to Paddock Wood from Leicester.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:30 Sunday 08:10 - 14:30 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to platform 1 via main entrance. Lift and step access via station footbridge to Platform 2 for services towards Ashford International and platform 3 for services towards Maidstone West and Strood. Step free access direct to platform 2 and 3 via side entrance. Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and steps.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:30 Sunday 08:00 - 14:30
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: car park, upside
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Paddock Wood
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: London bound side of the station
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