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Rainham to Leicester train prices and times

Looking to travel from Rainham to Leicester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 234.48, with average prices for this route around NZD 234.48.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
21:19 2h 26m, No direct Rainham (Kent)	23:45 Leicester	Find Tickets
23:22 11h 6m, No direct Rainham (Kent)	10:28 +1 Leicester	Find Tickets
23:30 10h 58m, No direct Rainham (Kent)	10:28 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Rainham to Leicester train route details

First train

00:28

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Rainham

Arrival station

Leicester

Journey time

2h 25m

Distance

154 km

Price

NZD 234.48*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Rainham to Leicester

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Rainham to Leicester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Rainham to Leicester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Rainham to Leicester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Rainham to Leicester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Rainham to Leicester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Trains from Rainham to Leicester from NZD 234.48

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Rainham to Leicester train prices and times

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