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The cheapest and fastest trains from Tonbridge to Leicester
Showing times and prices for 25 Dec
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
188 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tonbridge to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tonbridge to Leicester will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Fast trains
To travel from Tonbridge to Leicester you need to make at least 2 changes.
05:282h21
Tonbridge07:49Leicester
£721One-way
2 changes
05:392h29
Tonbridge08:08Leicester
£721One-way
2 changes
06:072h15
Tonbridge08:22Leicester
£721One-way
2 changes
06:242h14
Tonbridge08:38Leicester
£721One-way
2 changes
06:362h11
Tonbridge08:47Leicester
£721One-way
2 changes
07:382h10
Tonbridge09:48Leicester
£721One-way
2 changes
06:362h11
Tonbridge08:47Leicester
£721One-way
2 changes
06:572h11
Tonbridge09:08Leicester
£721One-way
2 changes
07:282h11
Tonbridge09:39Leicester
£721One-way
2 changes
07:072h12
Tonbridge09:19Leicester
£721One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Tonbridge to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Tonbridge to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 19:33
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:28 Tonbridge | 2h21 | 07:49 Leicester | 2 changes | |
| 05:39 Tonbridge | 2h29 | 08:08 Leicester | 2 changes | |
| 06:07 Tonbridge | 2h15 | 08:22 Leicester | 2 changes | |
| 06:24 Tonbridge | 2h14 | 08:38 Leicester | 2 changes | |
| 06:36 Tonbridge | 2h11 | 08:47 Leicester | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tonbridge to Leicester
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Trains from Tonbridge to Leicester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 2h 26m.
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 188 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 21:41 |
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 Tonbridge to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains, Southeastern trains will get you between Tonbridge and Leicester from £46. 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 26m
Cheapest Price
£46
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 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
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
£72
Southeastern frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Tonbridge to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tonbridge 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.
A day trip from Tonbridge to Leicester is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 26m. However, with 5 train trips per day, there are multiple travel options available. The distance is 188 km.
The train distance from Tonbridge to Leicester is 188 km.
The train journey from Tonbridge to Leicester covers a distance of 188 km and takes approximately 2h 26m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train journey from Tonbridge to Leicester is not particularly known for being scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, although there are some pleasant views of the countryside along the way.
The first train from Tonbridge to Leicester leaves at 4:41.
Booking trains from Tonbridge to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Tonbridge to Leicester departs at 21:41.
The cost of a train ticket from Tonbridge to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £46, while the average price tends to be around £46.
Trains from Tonbridge to Leicester run approximately 5 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Tonbridge to Leicester is by train, costing approximately £46.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Tonbridge to Leicester.
The train station in Tonbridge that goes to Leicester is Tonbridge station (TON), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Tonbridge to Leicester.
Yes, you can take the train from Tonbridge to Leicester.
There is no night train service from Tonbridge to Leicester.
To travel from Tonbridge to Leicester, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tonbridge and Leicester
Tonbridge
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Tonbridge is Tonbridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Tonbridge for your trip from Tonbridge to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:10 Sunday 06:30 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
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 to the booking hall from Railway Approach Road. Steps and step free access via lifts down to all platforms from the booking hall. Step free access from the blue badge parking in Barden Road direct to platform 3 and 4 for services away from London. Step free access via the station overbridge and lifts to platforms 1 and 2 for services towards London, Redhill ( for Gatwick) and Tunbridge Wells.
- 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: booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance is available from this station from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: On Platforms 1 and 2 and also platform 3.- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1/ 2 and also platform 3- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 3- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 3 and 1/2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3/4, 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Tonbridge
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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 Tonbridge.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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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