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Leicester to East Kilbride Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Leicester to East Kilbride? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as DKK 292.48, with average prices for this route around DKK 292.48. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
18:18 12h 27m, Changes required Leicester	06:45 +1 East Kilbride	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:10 13h 13m, Changes required Leicester	08:23 +1 East Kilbride		Find Tickets
22:56 10h 28m, Changes required Leicester	09:24 +1 East Kilbride		Find Tickets
23:37 10h 43m, Changes required Leicester	10:20 +1 East Kilbride		Find Tickets
23:37 12h 14m, Changes required Leicester	11:51 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Leicester to East Kilbride Train Route Details

First train

05:48

Last train

23:37

Departure station

Leicester

Arrival station

East Kilbride

Journey time

6h 3m

Distance

401 km

Price

DKK 292.48*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Leicester to East Kilbride

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Leicester to East Kilbride. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Leicester to East Kilbride 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 Leicester to East Kilbride, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Leicester to East Kilbride ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Leicester to East Kilbride more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Leicester to East Kilbride 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 Leicester to East Kilbride from DKK 292.48

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Leicester to East Kilbride Train prices and times

Leicester to East Kilbride Train Route Details