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Compare train and coach for Leicester to Shirebrook
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Shirebrook among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 63 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Shirebrook take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 19m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-7.68. The journey takes 1h 19m versus 1h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Leicester to Shirebrook by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Shirebrook
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Trains from Leicester to Shirebrook run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 22:05 |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Shirebrook trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Shirebrook from £21. 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 Shirebrook train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Shirebrook 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 Shirebrook, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Shirebrook
Most Leicester to Shirebrook trains use the Leicester to Shirebrook station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Shirebrook train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Shirebrook 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 Shirebrook station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Shirebrook from Shirebrook city centre
Shirebrook train station facilities and services
Shirebrook has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shirebrook.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shirebrook: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Shirebrook: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shirebrook: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Ramped access from road bridge This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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