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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Stone
Showing times and prices for 10 Dec
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
163 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Stone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Stone will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester for Stone every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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.
03:473h17
Leicester07:04Stone
£711One-way
0 changes
03:473h17
Leicester07:04Stone
£711One-way
0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Stone
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Trains from Leicester to Stone run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 3h 17m.
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 163 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 19:13 |
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, Cross Country from Leicester to Stone trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Stone from £43. 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 48m
Cheapest Price
£33
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
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 22m
east_midlands_trains frequency
11 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 2m
Cross Country frequency
13 a day
FAQs: Leicester to Stone train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Stone 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 Stone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully explore Stone, two to three days are typically sufficient. This allows time to visit key attractions and enjoy the local culture.
A day trip from Leicester to Stone is not feasible due to the journey duration of 3h 17m. However, there are 3 trains per day for this route.
Booking trains from Leicester to Stone in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leicester to Stone offers pleasant views of the English countryside, with stretches of rolling hills, farmland, and quaint villages, especially as you approach Staffordshire.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Stone can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £43.
To get from Leicester to Stone, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Stone is by train, costing approximately £43.
The train distance from Leicester to Stone is 163 km.
The train journey from Leicester to Stone covers a distance of 163 km and takes approximately 3h 17m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Stone is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Stone Crossing (SCG).
The first train from Leicester to Stone leaves at 4:45.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Stone.
The last train from Leicester to Stone departs at 19:13.
Trains from Leicester to Stone run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Stone.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Stone.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Stone.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Stone
Leicester
Stone
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 Stone.
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 Stone is Stone Crossing. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stone Crossing for your journey to Stone from Leicester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. No step free access. Four steps to each platform. Interchange between platforms via ramped or stepped footbridge adjacent to station entrance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: by entrance to platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: 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
Public transport options for Stone Crossing
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the Bull Hotel on London Road.
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