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Overview: Train from Leicester to Sidcup
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Sidcup run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 1h 49m.
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 £19
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 4:27 |
Last train 22:03 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 £19
Frequently asked questions about your Leicester to Sidcup trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Leicester to Sidcup.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Sidcup can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £72.
The train journey from Leicester to Sidcup covers a distance of 159 km and takes approximately 1h 49m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Leicester to Sidcup is 159 km.
The first train from Leicester to Sidcup leaves at 4:27.
The last train from Leicester to Sidcup departs at 22:03.
Trains from Leicester to Sidcup run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Sidcup.
Why should you book Leicester to Sidcup trains with Omio?
East Midlands Railway as well as Thameslink offer trains services from Leicester to Sidcup.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to Sidcup.
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Sidcup.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Sidcup.
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink from Leicester to Sidcup trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Leicester and Sidcup from £19. 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
1h 49m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£31
East Midlands Railway 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
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£89
Thameslink frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Leicester and Sidcup
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Sidcup.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Sidcup.
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Things to do in Sidcup
Discover the best of Sidcup — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sidcup trip today.
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Sidcup High Street
Sidcup’s main shopping street with cafés, shops, and everyday local life; useful for seeing the town’s modern centre on foot.
Full English Breakfast
A full English with bacon, sausages, eggs, baked beans and toast. A classic breakfast across south-east London and Kent, widely eaten in local cafés.
Fish and Chips
Fresh white fish in batter with chips. A staple takeaway and pub meal in Greater London, traditionally served with mushy peas or curry sauce.
Steak and Ale Pie
Slow-cooked beef in ale gravy under a pastry lid. A traditional British pub pie common in the area and valued for its hearty, comforting flavour.
Ferrari's Kitchen
Established Turkish restaurant known for charcoal-grilled meats, meze and generous portions in a smart, lively dining room.
Ranna
Popular local Indian restaurant offering classic curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in a comfortable neighbourhood atmosphere.
The Hollies
Traditional pub in Sidcup serving British mains, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed local setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for Greater London. Dining and hotels cost more than many UK towns, but local cafés, chain eateries and rail links keep short stays manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated for table service.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £5.60
- Day pass
- £13.90
To the city centre
Sidcup station -> London Charing Cross, London
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
Best option: National Rail Southeastern to London Charing Cross
- Price
- £5.60
- Duration
- 35 min
- Contactless cards and mobile wallets work for pay as you go on National Rail services at Sidcup and across London zones. Touch in and out to avoid maximum fares.
- A paper Day Travelcard is available, but TfL states pay as you go is often cheaper and daily capping applies within London Zones 1-9.
FAQs: Leicester to Sidcup train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Sidcup 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 Sidcup, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Leicester to Sidcup in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Sidcup.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Sidcup
Most Leicester to Sidcup trains use the Leicester to Sidcup station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Sidcup 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 Sidcup
Which Leicester station do trains to Sidcup leave from?
Trains from Leicester to Sidcup 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 Sidcup station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Trains from Leicester to Sidcup arrive at Sidcup. Sidcup is 1 km from Sidcup city centre.
SidcupSidcup station, Station Road, Sidcup, Greater London, DA15 7AW+44 3303339232
City-centre transport
Getting to Sidcup from Sidcup city centre
Bus233, 625, 269, 286, 51 · 1m · £4 · every ~53 min
Sidcup train station facilities and services
Sidcup has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sidcup.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sidcup.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sidcup. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sidcup: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sidcup: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sidcup: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. 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 details - Step free access to Platform 1 for services towards London via main station entrance off Jubilee way. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via ramp off Station Road. Step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 220 metres. Step access between platforms via foot bridge, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The are two ticket machines in the Station forecourt on platform 1 side of the station and one ticket machine by the entrance to platform 2, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Leicester to Sidcup
Check train stations information for Leicester and Sidcup, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Sidcup is Leicester, and it arrives at Sidcup.
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