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Southend Airport to Leicester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southend Airport to Leicester, starting from £94.90 and averaging £94.90. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 38m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
04:05 3h, No direct Southend Airport	07:05 Leicester	Find Tickets
04:35 3h 14m, No direct Southend Airport	07:49 Leicester	Find Tickets
05:05 3h 3m, No direct Southend Airport	08:08 Leicester	Find Tickets
05:45 2h 54m, No direct Southend Airport	08:39 Leicester	Find Tickets
06:00 2h 48m, No direct Southend Airport	08:48 Leicester	Find Tickets
06:15 2h 53m, No direct Southend Airport	09:08 Paris	Find Tickets

Southend Airport to Leicester train route details

First train

04:05

Last train

23:59

Departure station

Southend Airport

Arrival station

Leicester

Journey time

2h 38m

Distance

172 km

Price

£94.90*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Southend Airport to Leicester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Southend Airport to Leicester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Southend Airport to Leicester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Southend Airport 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 travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Southend Airport to Leicester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southend Airport 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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Southend Airport to Leicester train prices and times

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