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The cheapest and fastest trains from Strood to Leicester
Showing times and prices for 25 Dec
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h
Trains per day
5
Distance
177 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Strood to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strood to Leicester will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Fast trains
To travel from Strood to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
05:322h17
Strood07:49Leicester
£641One-way
1 change
06:312h07
Strood08:38Leicester
£641One-way
1 change
07:312h08
Strood09:39Leicester
£641One-way
1 change
08:352h00
Strood10:35Leicester
£641One-way
1 change
09:352h00
Strood11:35Leicester
£641One-way
1 change
10:351h59
Strood12:34Leicester
£641One-way
1 change
08:352h00
Strood10:35Leicester
£641One-way
1 change
09:352h00
Strood11:35Leicester
£641One-way
1 change
11:352h00
Strood13:35Leicester
£641One-way
1 change
12:352h00
Strood14:35Leicester
£641One-way
1 change
Live departures
Strood to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Strood to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 23:33
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:32 Strood | 2h17 | 07:49 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 06:31 Strood | 2h07 | 08:38 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 07:31 Strood | 2h08 | 09:39 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 08:35 Strood | 2h00 | 10:35 Leicester | 1 change | |
| 09:35 Strood | 2h00 | 11:35 Leicester | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Strood to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Strood to Leicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 2h 52m.
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 177 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 22:06 |
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, Southeastern from Strood to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains, Southeastern trains will get you between Strood and Leicester from £55. 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 49m
Cheapest Price
£57
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
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
£64
Southeastern frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Strood to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Strood to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Two to three days is typically enough to explore Leicester's key attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre, while also enjoying the local culture and dining.
The train journey from Strood to Leicester offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the Kent countryside, rolling fields, and glimpses of the River Thames, transitioning to the urban landscapes of London before reaching the Midlands. While not renowned for being particularly scenic, the route provides a varied view of England's diverse landscapes.
A day trip from Strood to Leicester is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 52m each way. There are 4 trains per day. The distance is 177 km.
The train distance from Strood to Leicester is 177 km.
Booking trains from Strood to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Strood to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £55, while the average price tends to be around £55.
The train journey from Strood to Leicester covers a distance of 177 km and takes approximately 2h 52m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Strood to Leicester is by train, costing approximately £55.
The first train from Strood to Leicester leaves at 4:44.
The train station in Strood that goes to Leicester is Strood station (SOO), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
The last train from Strood to Leicester departs at 22:06.
Yes, you can take the train from Strood to Leicester.
To travel from Strood to Leicester, you can take a train.
Trains from Strood to Leicester run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Strood to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Strood to Leicester.
There is no night train service from Strood to Leicester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Strood and Leicester
Strood
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Strood is Strood. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Strood for your trip from Strood to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:45 - 14:00 Sunday 08:15 - 15:30 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 direct to platform 1 from the side entrance for services away from London towards Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham. Step free access via lift to platforms 2 and 3 for services to London and also onto the Medway Valley line stations. Stepped access to platforms 2 and 3 via the station subway. Step free interchange between platforms via the lift.
- 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 05:00 - 02:00 Saturday 05:00 - 02:00 Sunday 05:45 - 02:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
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 room on Platform 1 and 2/3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station
- 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 Strood
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your journey to Leicester from Strood.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation 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
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