Trains from Ellesmere Port to Leicester from $71.76*

Trains from Ellesmere Port to Leicester from $71.76*

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Ellesmere Port to Leicester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Ellesmere Port to Leicester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $71.76, with average prices for this route around $89.77.

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

  • Oct 7
    Mon
    From $71.76
  • Oct 8
    Tue
    From $71.76
  • Oct 9
    Wed
    From $71.76
  • Oct 10
    Thu
    From $71.76
  • Oct 11
    Fri
    From $71.76
  • Oct 12
    Sat
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  • Oct 13
    Sun
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  • 08:42
    Ellesmere Port
    12:50
    Leicester
    4h 8m, Changes required
    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCrossCountry
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  • 09:12
    Ellesmere Port
    13:02
    Leicester
    3h 50m, Changes required
    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsEast Midlands Railway
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  • 09:42
    Ellesmere Port
    12:50
    Leicester
    3h 8m, Changes required
    MerseyrailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCrossCountry
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  • 09:42
    Ellesmere Port
    13:51
    Leicester
    4h 9m, Changes required
    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCrossCountry
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  • 10:12
    Ellesmere Port
    13:51
    Leicester
    3h 39m, Changes required
    MerseyrailTransport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCrossCountry
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  • 10:42
    Ellesmere Port
    14:51
    Paris
    4h 9m, Changes required
    MerseyrailWest Midlands TrainsCrossCountry
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Ellesmere Port to Leicester Train Route Details

The Ellesmere Port to Leicester train ticket is from $71.76. The average travel time is 2h 45m, covering a distance of approximately 139 mile. There are usually 42 daily trains provided by Merseyrail,West Midlands Trains,CrossCountry. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
06:17
Last train
Last train
23:19
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 45m
Distance
Distance
139 mile
Price
Price
$71.76*
Train operators
Train operators
Merseyrail, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry

Ellesmere Port to Leicester Train Travel Guide

Ellesmere Port to Leicester Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Leicester

With a journey time as short as 2h 45m, you can reach Leicester from Ellesmere Port, with an average of 42 train per day.

Book cheap train tickets from Ellesmere Port to Leicester

Finding cheap train tickets from Ellesmere Port to Leicester doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Ellesmere Port to Leicester can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups 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 your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.