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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 JPY 20,497, with average prices for this route around JPY 20,497.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
21:19 2h 17m, Changes required Rainham (Kent)	23:36 Leicester	Find Tickets
22:19 3h 27m, Changes required Rainham (Kent)	01:46 +1 Leicester	Find Tickets
23:13 7h 23m, Changes required Rainham (Kent)	06:36 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Rainham to Leicester Train Route Details

First train

05:14

Last train

23:13

Departure station

Rainham

Arrival station

Leicester

Journey time

2h 16m

Distance

154 km

Price

JPY 20,497*

Train operators

Southeastern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Rainham to Leicester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Rainham to Leicester can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 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 Rainham to Leicester 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 Rainham to Leicester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Rainham to Leicester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Rainham to Leicester Train prices and times

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