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King Richard III Visitor Centre
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sutton in Ashfield to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sutton in Ashfield to Leicester will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
To travel from Sutton in Ashfield to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
C21478 · C21680
C21491 · W70678
C21877 · W70693
C21878 · C21686
C21486 · W70687
C21478 · C21680
C21491 · W70678
C21877 · W70693
C21878 · C21686
C21486 · W70687Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sutton in Ashfield to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 55 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£18 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Sutton in Ashfield to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:36, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 1:36 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Leicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leicester trip today.
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
Leicester’s main art and history museum, with dinosaur galleries, fine art and displays on the city’s people and past.
Museum beside Roman remains, exploring local archaeology from Roman Leicester to later city history in a compact setting.
Lively regenerated waterside with bars, boats, public art and an easy walk linking the city centre to the canal heritage area.
Large central park with formal gardens, broad lawns and space to relax near the university and city centre.
Attractive green space around abbey ruins and the River Soar, good for walks, wildlife and traces of medieval Leicester.
Red Leicester is a crumbly orange cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire, long linked to the county and traditionally coloured with annatto for its rich hue.
Melton Mowbray pork pie is a hand-raised pie from Leicestershire with seasoned chopped pork and a distinctive free-form crust, traditionally eaten cold.
Stilton is a famous English blue cheese historically traded through Leicestershire, prized for its creamy texture and strong savoury flavour on local cheeseboards.
Popular Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile known for rich curries, tandoori dishes and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
Stylish modern British restaurant and bar in St Martins Square, known for seasonal plates, cocktails and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Long-running vegetarian Gujarati restaurant serving thalis, snacks and sweets in a simple, busy setting loved by local families.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
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Leicester Railway Station -> Clock Tower, Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sutton in Ashfield 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.

Most Sutton in Ashfield to Leicester trains use the Sutton Parkway to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Sutton in Ashfield and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sutton Parkway is 1 km from Sutton in Ashfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Sutton Parkway has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Available at Sutton Parkway: Parking.
Available at Sutton Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sutton Parkway: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access between platforms via main road only. Step free access to platforms via ramps with shallow gradients. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: ABC 01623 654321, 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.
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 options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
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.
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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